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 Pope Hired As Head Video Coordinator Of South Bay Lakers

Former Kentucky graduate assistant Austin Pope has been hired by the Los Angeles Lakers, he told Lakers Nation. The Burbank, Calif. native will fill the role of head video coordinator for the South Bay Lakers in the G League. "It…

Lakers Rumors: Marcus Smart Signing After Buyout With Wizards

The start of free agency was not kind for the Los Angeles Lakers as they lost Dorian Finney-Smith to the Houston Rockets on a four-year contract. Then, two of their top center options on the free agent market, Clint Capela…

Lakers Rumors: Luka Doncic Helped Recruit Marcus Smart

The Los Angeles Lakers were known to be on the search for perimeter defense, and they finally addressed that need when reports came out that they have agreed to a two-year contract with Marcus Smart after he gets bought out…

Lakers Summer League Highlights: Cole Swider Ends Summer Strong In Loss To Nuggets

The Los Angeles Lakers did not qualify for the Las Vegas Summer League playoffs after going 1-3 in their first four games. That meant that they were scheduled one final exhibition game on Friday night against the Denver Nuggets at…

Recap: Lakers End Las Vegas Summer League With Loss To Nuggets

This has been a disappointing Summer League for the Los Angeles Lakers as they have gone 3-4 in their seven games between Las Vegas and the California Classic. They looked to end it on a high note on Friday when…

Recap: Darius Bazley Injured In Lakers’ Las Vegas Summer League Loss To Celtics

The Los Angeles Lakers continued Las Vegas Summer League play on Thursday night, taking on the rival Boston Celtics at Thomas & Mack Center. The Lakers were looking to get back on track after going 1-2 in their first three…

Lakers Video: Jarred Vanderbilt Has Been In The Lab This Offseason

The last couple of years have been tough for Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt as he often found himself in and out of the lineup due to foot issues. He wound up undergoing surgery on both of his feet…

Lakers Rumors: Damian Lillard Signs With Trail Blazers

One of the most shocking moves in the NBA this offseason was the Milwaukee Bucks waiving and stretching the contract of Damian Lillard in order to open up enough cap space to sign Myles Turner. Lillard was the Bucks' blockbuster…

Lakers Rumors: LeBron James Expected To Be With Team At Start Of Training Camp

The biggest question mark surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason has been the future of LeBron James. Despite picking up his $52.6 million player option for the 2025-26 season, it was still unclear if James intended to play for…

Recap: Bronny James Big Game Not Enough As Lakers Lose To Clippers In Las Vegas Summer League

The Los Angeles Lakers were back in action on Monday night, taking on the L.A. Clippers in their third game of the Las Vegas Summer League. The Lakers split their first two games, including an easy victory over the New…