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 ‘Widely Expected’ To Re-Sign Austin Reaves

One of the biggest dominoes for the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason will be what happens with Austin Reaves as he is expected to decline his player option and earn a significant pay day in unrestricted free agency. It's no…

This Day In Lakers History: Kobe Bryant Leads L.A. To 15th Championship With Game 5 Win Over Magic In 2009 NBA Finals

On June 14, 2009, Kobe Bryant led the Los Angeles Lakers to a Game 5 win over the Orlando Magic in the NBA...

Lakers Name Elaine Shen As Chief Financial Officer

The Los Angeles Lakers announced they have named Elaine Shen as their Chief Financial Officer. According to the press release, Shen will oversee all financial aspects of the Lakers, shaping strategic growth, driving profitability and creating continued value for the…

LeBron James Declines Comment On Taking Pay Cut With Lakers

LeBron James has spent the last eight seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers, his longest tenure with any team. That streak could be coming to an end, however, as James contemplates his future and where he wants to end his…

Lakers Announce Multiyear Partnership With Daiso To Sponsor Laker Girls

The Los Angeles Lakers announced a multiyear partnership with Daiso, creating a first-of-its-kind agreement that will connect the Japanese retailer with the iconic Laker Girls dance team. As part of this new partnership, the Daiso logo will be included on…

Kobe Bryant, Magic Johnson & Jerry West Featured In Opening Video For 2026 NBA Finals

The 2026 NBA Finals are officially here as Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs will host Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks for Game 1 on Wednesday night. The NBA Finals always comes with some extra pageantry, and…

New Rams Star Myles Garrett Makes Pitch For LeBron James To Stay With Lakers

Los Angeles continues to be the city of stars as the Rams recently acquired reigning NFL Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett from the Cleveland Browns. Garrett joins another famous Cleveland star in LeBron James to come play in…

Lakers Rumors: Prosper Karangwa Expected To Remain With 76ers

This offseason is a big one for the Los Angeles Lakers as they look to get back into championship contention. In order to do that, they not only need to improve their roster, but other aspects of the organization as…

NBA Board Of Governors Approve New Anti-Tanking Rules

Tanking has become a major concern in the NBA with more and more teams losing on purpose in order to get better draft picks. With the current system in place, it makes sense for bad teams to operate that way.…

This Day In Lakers History: Ron Artest Makes Putback At Buzzer To Beat Suns In Game 5 Of 2010 Western Conference Finals

On May 27, 2010, Ron Artest caught Kobe Bryant's shot attempt and made a putback at the buzzer to lift the...