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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Rob Pelinka: Luka Doncic Extension Is Monumental Moment In Lakers History

Rob Pelinka and the Los Angeles Lakers held a press conference on Saturday morning to announce Luka Doncic's new contract extension. The superstar inked a three-year, $165 million deal with a player option in the final season to remain with…

Rob Pelinka Discusses Lakers’ Offseason Moves, If Roster Is Complete

The Los Angeles Lakers went into the offseason with clear needs, and Rob Pelinka addressed them by bringing in Deandre Ayton, Marcus Smart and Jake LaRavia. He got some help from Luka Doncic, who recruited both Ayton and Smart after…

Breaking Down Luka Doncic & Lakers Contract Extension

The Los Angeles Lakers accomplished their goal of signing superstar Luka Doncic to an extension, announcing a new three-year agreement on Saturday morning. Doncic had plenty of options when it came to signing an extension with the Lakers said to…

Lakers Rumors: Luka Doncic Expects To Be In Contention ‘Every Year’

When the Los Angeles Lakers acquired Luka Doncic, they made it clear that they envisioned a long-term partnership with the superstar and in turn, he also expressed his loyalty to his new team. Both parties made good on that on…

Luka Doncic Signs Contract Extension With Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers announced that they have signed superstar Luka Doncic to a long-term contract extension. The terms of the deal were not disclosed, but it is reportedly to be a three-year max deal with a player option in…

Luka Doncic Expresses Excitement After Signing Contract Extension With Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers have a young superstar to build around moving forward as they inked Luka Doncic to a three-year contract extension on Saturday morning. The deal is reportedly for $165 million and includes a player option in the…

Rob Pelinka Respecting LeBron James’ Decision But Believes Retiring With Lakers Would Be ‘Great’

This offseason has been a strange one for LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers as despite picking up his player option for the 2025-26 season, his future with the organization remained uncertain. James has a full no-trade clause and…

Luka Doncic Believes Lakers Roster Can Compete For Championship

There has been a lot of talk this offseason about the moves the Los Angeles Lakers have made and if it got them any closer to competing for a championship. Coming off a 50-win season, the only notable player that…

How To Watch Luka Doncic Press Conference After Signing Extension With Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers are set to introduce newly-extended superstar Luke Doncic in a press conference at the UCLA Health Training Facility on Saturday, Aug. 2 at 11:30 a.m. PT. Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka will also be present and…

Lakers Rumors: LeBron James’ Meeting With Nikola Jokic’s Agent Was About Maverick Carter’s Basketball League

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has been the subject of a lot of speculation this offseason, and that was again the case this week. Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic's European agent Misko Raznatovic took to social media to post…

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