Daniel Starkand

Daniel Starkand is a graduate from Chapman University with a degree in journalism and broadcast journalism. He grew up in Burbank, Calif. and played baseball at Burbank High and his first two years at Chapman. Along with serving as the managing editor for LakersNation.com, Daniel also serves as a senior writer, editor and social media manager for DodgerBlue.com Contact: daniel@mediumlargela.com
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Lakers Summer League Highlights: Cole Swider Ends Summer Strong In Loss To Nuggets

The Los Angeles Lakers did not qualify for the Las Vegas Summer League playoffs after going 1-3 in their first four games. That meant that they were scheduled one final exhibition game on Friday night against the Denver Nuggets at…

Recap: Lakers End Las Vegas Summer League With Loss To Nuggets

This has been a disappointing Summer League for the Los Angeles Lakers as they have gone 3-4 in their seven games between Las Vegas and the California Classic. They looked to end it on a high note on Friday when…

Recap: Darius Bazley Injured In Lakers’ Las Vegas Summer League Loss To Celtics

The Los Angeles Lakers continued Las Vegas Summer League play on Thursday night, taking on the rival Boston Celtics at Thomas & Mack Center. The Lakers were looking to get back on track after going 1-2 in their first three…

Lakers Video: Jarred Vanderbilt Has Been In The Lab This Offseason

The last couple of years have been tough for Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt as he often found himself in and out of the lineup due to foot issues. He wound up undergoing surgery on both of his feet…

Lakers Rumors: Damian Lillard Signs With Trail Blazers

One of the most shocking moves in the NBA this offseason was the Milwaukee Bucks waiving and stretching the contract of Damian Lillard in order to open up enough cap space to sign Myles Turner. Lillard was the Bucks' blockbuster…

Lakers Rumors: LeBron James Expected To Be With Team At Start Of Training Camp

The biggest question mark surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason has been the future of LeBron James. Despite picking up his $52.6 million player option for the 2025-26 season, it was still unclear if James intended to play for…

Recap: Bronny James Big Game Not Enough As Lakers Lose To Clippers In Las Vegas Summer League

The Los Angeles Lakers were back in action on Monday night, taking on the L.A. Clippers in their third game of the Las Vegas Summer League. The Lakers split their first two games, including an easy victory over the New…

This Day In Lakers History: Shaquille O’Neal Traded To Heat For Lamar Odom, Caron Butler, Brian Grant

On July 14, 2004, the Los Angeles Lakers traded Shaquille O'Neal to the Miami Heat, marking the end of a dynasty...

Lakers Rumors: LeBron James Actually Was Notified Of Sale To Mark Walter

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers are in a peculiar position as despite picking up his player option for the 2025-26 season, his future in the organization is currently uncertain. James' agent Rich Paul of Klutch Sports put out…

Highlights: Cole Swider & Bronny James Lead Way As Lakers Beat Pelicans In Las Vegas Summer League

The Los Angeles Lakers were looking to bounce back on Saturday night when they took on the New Orleans Pelicans in their second game of the Las Vegas Summer League. The Lakers notably dropped their opener on Thursday night in…

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