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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Austin Reaves Discusses Excitement For New Role With Lakers

With the Los Angeles Lakers trading D'Angelo Russell to the Brooklyn Nets, more ball-handling, playmaking and scoring responsibilities have been placed on Austin Reaves. He responded in a big way on Tuesday night in a losing effort to the Cleveland…

Lakers Star LeBron James’ Son Bryce Commits To Arizona

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is currently living out his dream getting to play with his son Bronny in the NBA, and his other son Bryce might not be far behind. Bryce is a 6'6" shooting guard that is…

Lakers News: JJ Redick Wishes D’Angelo Russell Well With Nets

D'Angelo Russell's second stint with the Los Angeles Lakers has come to an end as he was traded along with Maxwell Lewis and three second-round pick to the Brooklyn Nets for Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton. Oddly enough, this marks…

Recap: Lakers End 2024 With Loss To Cavaliers

The Los Angeles Lakers hosted the Cleveland Cavaliers on New Year's Eve, looking to end 2024 on a high note against the best team in the league. This game marked the debuts of Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton after being…

Lakers Injury Report Vs. Cavaliers: LeBron James, Anthony Davis & Gabe Vincent Questionable; Jaxson Hayes Returns

The Los Angeles Lakers released their injury report for Tuesday night's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers and LeBron James (illness), Anthony Davis (left sprain) and Gabe Vincent (left oblique strain) are questionable. Jaxson Hayes (right ankle sprain/contusion) and Cam Reddish…

Lakers Video: Current & Former Teammates Wish LeBron James Happy 40th Birthday

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James celebrated his 40th birthday on Monday, which is pretty crazy to think about considering he is still one of the best players in the league. Throughout the course of his 22-year-career, James has made…

Lakers Injury Update: Jarred Vanderbilt Participates In Non-Contact Practice

The Los Angeles Lakers have been missing some key pieces this season as Jarred Vanderbilt and Christian Wood have notably not yet made their 2024-25 debuts. Both have taken longer than expected to heal from foot and knee injuries, respectively,…

Lakers Video: Ohio State Star Jeremiah Smith Wants To Be Like Kobe Bryant & Michael Jordan

When Kobe Bryant was coming up as a youngster in the Los Angeles Lakers organization, he idolized Michael Jordan, wanting to mimic everything arguably the greatest player of all-time did. For this generation of athletes that didn't have the privilege…

Lakers News: Rob Pelinka Releases Statement On Trade Of D’Angelo Russell For Dorian Finney-Smith

Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka has been patiently waiting for a trade to improve the team for over a year now and finally struck on Sunday, sending D'Angelo Russell, Maxwell Lewis and three future second round draft picks…

Lakers News: Austin Reaves Says Focus In Creating Advantage After Career Assist Night

Coming off his Christmas Day game-winner, Austin Reaves knew he needed to have another big night for the Los Angeles Lakers to beat the Sacramento Kings without LeBron James in the lineup. Another big night is exactly what the Lakers.…

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