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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Recap: LeBron James & Austin Reaves Get Lakers Back On Track Against Trail Blazers

After a rough loss to the Charlotte Hornets coming out of the All-Star break, the Los Angeles Lakers were back in action on Thursday night on the road against the Portland Trail Blazers. With it being the second night of…

Recap: Lakers Suffer Disappointing Loss To Hornets Coming Out Of All-Star Break

The Los Angeles Lakers returned from the All-Star break a day early and hosted the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday night in a game that was rescheduled due to the Southern California wildfires. There was a lot of intrigue in this…

Lakers News: New Luka Doncic & Kobe Bryant Mural Goes Up In L.A.

The Los Angeles Lakers were able to acquire Luka Doncic in a shocking trade with the Dallas Mavericks before the deadline, giving them a superstar to build around for years to come. The last time the Lakers have a global…

Lakers Video: Dalton Knecht Laughs Off Draymond Green Saying Rising Stars Don’t Belong In All-Star Game

Even though LeBron James wasn't able to play in the 2025 NBA All-Star Game, the Los Angeles Lakers organization was still represented as rookie Dalton Knecht got to play with the Rising Stars team. The NBA changed the format of…

Lakers News: Dalton Knecht Enjoyed First NBA All-Star Weekend Experience

Los Angeles Lakers rookie Dalton Knecht has been through a lot in the past few weeks after being told he was traded to the Charlotte Hornets and then eventually sent back to L.A. with the deal being rescinded. Knecht has…

Lakers News: LeBron James Not Playing In All-Star Game Due To Ankle Discomfort

Los Angeles Lakers record LeBron James extended his record by being elected to a 21st NBA All-Star Game, being named a starter in the Western Conference amid another exception season at age 40. James was the first overall selection by…

Adam Silver Surprised By Mavericks Trading Luka Doncic To Lakers

It's been a couple of weeks since the Dallas Mavericks traded Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers, and the whole world is still trying to process it. Young superstars don't typically get traded in the NBA unless they ask…

Lakers News: Gabe Vincent Elected Vice President Of NBPA Executive Committee

When the Los Angeles Lakers signed Gabe Vincent in the summer of 2023, they were hoping he would provide a steady guard presence off the bench and fill the void left by not re-signing Dennis Schroder. Unfortunately, Vincent did not…

Adam Silver: Hornets Not Protesting Lakers’ Decision To Rescind Trade For Mark Williams

The Los Angeles Lakers thought they had acquired their new starting center when they completed a trade with the Charlotte Hornets ahead of the deadline for Mark Williams. It came at a steep price as the Lakers gave up Dalton…

Lakers Video: Dalton Knecht Shines In Rising Stars Challenge To Advance To NBA All-Star Game

Los Angeles Lakers rookie Dalton Knecht participated in the Castrol Rising Stars Game during NBA All-Star Weekend on Friday night at Chase Center. This year, the winner of the tournament gets to advance and play in the actual NBA All-Star…

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