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 Jazz Preview: Austin Reaves, D’Angelo Russell & Cam Reddish Out

The Los Angeles Lakers have struggled as of late, losing four of their last five coming off of a six-game winning streak. Sunday night presents a prime opportunity for them to take back on track, taking on the Utah Jazz…

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Dalton Knecht: Lakers Glad Austin Reaves Is OK After Hard Fall Vs. Thunder

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves took a hard fall after being fouled by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander on a drive to the basket late in the second quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Friday night. Reaves immediately fell to the…

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Recap: Lakers Drop Close Game To Thunder To End Emirates NBA Cup Run

After splitting their road back-to-back, the Los Angeles Lakers returned home and hosted the Oklahoma City Thunder on Friday night in their final group play game of the Emirates NBA Cup. Considering they were blown out by the Phoenix Suns…

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Recap: Lakers Snap Losing Streak With Win Over Spurs In Second Of Back-To-Back

After a rough loss to the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday night, their third in a row, the Los Angeles Lakers returned to the court on Wednesday and took on the San Antonio Spurs in the second of a road back-to-back.…

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Lakers Vs. Spurs Preview: Dalton Knecht Returns To Starting Lineup

The Los Angeles Lakers currently have a sour taste in their mouths after three straight disappointing losses, most recently getting blown out by the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday night. The good news is that the Lakers don't have a lot…

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Recap: Lakers Get Blown Out By Suns For First Emirates NBA Cup Loss

After back-to-back tough losses at home, the Los Angeles Lakers went on the road on Tuesday to take on the Phoenix Suns as a part of Emirates NBA Cup group play. The Lakers were looking to stay undefeated in group…

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JJ Redick: Lakers’ Third Quarter Against Nuggets Was ‘Aberration’

JJ Redick and the Los Angeles Lakers were left searching for answers after a six-point halftime lead over the Denver Nuggets turned into a blowout loss in a matter of minutes. The Lakers have now lost 13 of their last…

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Austin Reaves: Lakers Trying To Be More Physical Defensively

It's no secret that the Los Angeles Lakers do not have the personnel to be a great defensive team as outside of Anthony Davis, guys like LeBron James, Austin Reaves, D'Angelo Russell, Rui Hachimura and Dalton Knecht are all known…

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Jaxson Hayes Hoping To Help With Lakers’ Transition Defense & Rebounding Struggles

The Los Angeles Lakers are expected to get backup center Jaxson Hayes back on Tuesday night against the Phoenix Suns after a six-game absence due to an ankle sprain. Given the Lakers' lack of size in the frontcourt due to…

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Recap: Lakers Lose To Nuggets Again After Second Half Avalanche

After a disappointing loss to the Orlando Magic, their first home defeat of the season, the Los Angeles Lakers returned to the court on Saturday night when they hosted the Denver Nuggets. The Lakers were obviously looking for some revenge…

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