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 Vs. Wizards Preview: Opportunity To Get Back On Track Despite Being Shorthanded

Coming off a rough loss to the Philadelphia 76ers, the Los Angeles Lakers have a prime opportunity to get back on track as they continue their road trip against the Washington Wizards on Thursday night. The Wizards come in with…

Lakers Injury Update: Anthony Davis To Be Re-Evaluated In One Week With Abdominal Muscle Strain

The Los Angeles Lakers announced that star Anthony Davis underwent an MRI that confirmed an abdominal muscle strain. Davis will return to Los Angeles on Wednesday and be re-evaluated in approximately one week. The injury occurred in the first quarter…

Recap: Lakers Blown Out By Shorthanded 76ers After Anthony Davis Leaves With Injury

The Los Angeles Lakers went for their fifth straight win on Tuesday night, taking on the Philadelphia 76ers in the second night of a back-to-back. The Lakers were a bit shorthanded in this one with Gabe Vincent and Jarred Vanderbilt…

Lakers Injury Update: Anthony Davis Leaves Game Against 76ers With Abdominal Muscle Strain

Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis was ruled out on Tuesday night's game against the Philadelphia 76ers with an abdominal muscle strain. The big man played 10 minutes in the first quarter and recorded four points, two rebounds and a…

Lakers Rookie Dalton Knecht Named To Player Pool For 2025 Rising Stars Challenge

The NBA announced the player pool for the 2025 Rising Stars Challenge during All-Star Weekend in San Francisco and Los Angeles Lakers rookie Dalton Knecht made the cut. In addition to Knecht, the other rookies that were chosen include Bub…

Recap: Anthony Davis Has 40-20 Game To Lead Lakers To Win Over Hornets

Coming off three straight impressive blowout victories, the Los Angeles Lakers traveled east and looking to keep things rolling when they took on the Charlotte Hornets on Monday night. The Lakers have had a lot of success against below .500…

South Bay Lakers Center Kylor Kelley Signs Two-Way Contract With Mavericks

South Bay Lakers center Kylor Kelley has signed a two-way contract with the Dallas Mavericks. The call-up marks the first of the 2024-25 campaign for South Bay and the 53rd overall in franchise history. Kelley originally signed with the Los…

Recap: Anthony Davis Leads Dominant Lakers Victory Over Warriors

Coming off arguably their best win of the season, the Los Angeles Lakers looked to build some momentum to start their annual Grammy road trip, taking on the Golden State Warriors on Saturday evening. The Lakers beat the Warriors in…

Lakers Vs. Warriors Preview: Jarred Vanderbilt Returns, Rui Hachimura Out

Coming off arguably their best win of the season against the Boston Celtics, the Los Angeles Lakers now hit the road for their annual Grammy trip, starting with a matchup against the Golden State Warriors on Saturday evening. This marks…

Lakers Injury Report: Jarred Vanderbilt Available Vs. Warriors

The Los Angeles Lakers released their injury report for Saturday night's game against the Golden State Warriors and Jarred Vanderbilt is not on it. Vanderbilt has missed nearly a year of action due to foot injuries but the expectation is…

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