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 Injury Update: LeBron James Out Vs. Timberwolves

After originally being listed as questionable with a right hip contusion and left foot arthritis, the Los Angeles Lakers have downgraded LeBron James to out for Tuesday night's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. This means James will be missing his…

Luka Doncic Fined For Inappropriate Gesture Towards Officials In Lakers Win Over Knicks

Los Angeles Lakers star Luke Doncic has been fine $50,000 for directing an inappropriate and unprofessional gestures towards a game official, it was announced on Tuesday by James Jones, Executive Vice President, Head of Basketball Operations with the NBA. The…

Lakers News: LeBron James Critical Of Inconsistent NBA Officiating

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has always been a difficult player to officiate due to combination of size, strength and speed. James can finish through contact better than just about anyone in NBA history, leading to a lot of…

Luke Kennard Enjoying Open Looks He’s Getting Playing With Lakers

A lot of sharpshooters have struggled playing under the bright lights with the Los Angeles Lakers in recent years, but that has not been the case with Luke Kennard. The Lakers' trade deadline acquisition has been one of the best…

Will JJ Redick Give Adou Thiero Another Opportunity In Lakers’ Rotation?

If there is one thing the Los Angeles Lakers' roster has lacked this season, it is athleticism and defensive prowess on the wing. One player they hoped could provide that is rookie Adou Thiero, who they drafted in the second…

Luka Doncic Praises Lakers’ Defense In Win Over Knicks

The Los Angeles Lakers had been looking for a signature win against a quality opponent, and they finally got one on Sunday afternoon with a wire-to-wire victory over the New York Knicks at home. As usual, Luka Doncic led the…

Recap: Luka Doncic & Austin Reaves Lead Lakers To Win Over Knicks With LeBron James Out

Sunday afternoon was a fun matchup at Crypto.com Arena as the stars were out to watch the Los Angeles Lakers host the New York Knicks. Unfortunately, LeBron James was out of the lineup due to injury, making things tough for…

Austin Reaves: Lakers’ Jaxson Hayes Is Playing Best Basketball Of Career

One of the biggest surprises for the Los Angeles Lakers this season has been the play of Jaxson Hayes. After the team traded Anthony Davis for Luka Doncic last season, Hayes was unexpectedly thrust into a starting role. While he…

Lakers Injury Report: LeBron James & Maxi Kleber Questionable, Deandre Ayton Available Vs. Knicks

The Los Angeles Lakers released their injury report for Sunday afternoon's game against the New York Knicks and LeBron James (left elbow contusion, left foot arthritis) and Maxi Kleber (lumbar back strain) are listed as questionable while Deandre Ayton (left…

Lakers News: Luka Doncic Focused On Improving Defensively

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic has been under a microscope in recent weeks with a lot of criticism being thrown his way for complaining at the officials and not putting in effort on defense. To his credit, Doncic has…