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 Video: Jordan Brand Releases New Ad ‘The Trial Of Luka Doncic’

The last few months have been a whirlwind for Luka Doncic after shockingly being traded by the Dallas Mavericks to the Los Angeles Lakers. Despite being caught off guard by the trade, Doncic has embraced his new home and team…

Lakers News: LeBron James Only Cares About Playoffs At This Stage Of Career

Despite holding a number of significant NBA records, Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is clearly still motivated to be great, even at the age of 40. James turned in another All-NBA caliber season in 2024-25 and even played in…

Lakers’ 2025 Draft Picks Finalized After NBA Sorts Out Tiebreakers

While the Los Angeles Lakers are currently focused on making a run in the postseason, the 2025 NBA Draft is just around the corner as it is set for June 25 and 26 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York.…

Dorian Finney-Smith Calls Game 2 Against Timberwolves ‘Must-Win’ For Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers were on the wrong end of a blowout in Game 1 of their first round series against the Timberwolves, being outscored by 29 points at home in the final three quarters. Despite the poor overall performance…

Timberwolves Vs. Lakers Game 2 Preview, TV Info & More

The Los Angeles Lakers have championship hopes this season, but their playoff run did not get off to the best start as they were blown out by the Minnesota Timberwolves at home in Game 1. They sacrificed home-court advantage in…

Luka Doncic: Lakers ‘Let Go Of The Rope’ In Game 1 Loss To Timberwolves

Everything was going right for Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers in the first quarter of their Game 1 matchup with the Minnesota Timberwolves. Doncic was doing whatever he wanted offensively to the tune of 16 points while the…

Jarred Vanderbilt Feels Game 1 Loss To Timberwolves Was ‘Wake-Up Call’ For Lakers

The theme coming out of the Los Angeles Lakers' Game 1 loss was their lack of physicality as the Minnesota Timberwolves came out and punched them in the mouth. L.A. had a seven-point lead at the end of the first…

Lakers Have No NBA Regular Season Award Finalists

The Los Angeles Lakers had a very successful regular season, winning 50 games for the first time since 2020 and clinching the No. 3 seed in a loaded Western Conference playoff field. A lot of people were responsible for that…

Recap: Timberwolves Make Statement With Dominant Game 1 Win Over Lakers

For the first time since 2012, the Los Angeles Lakers opened up a playoff series at Crypto.com Arena as they hosted the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 1 of their first round series. These two teams are evenly matchup on paper,…

Lakers Injury Report: LeBron James Probable, Maxi Kleber Out In Game 1 Against Timberwolves

The Los Angeles Lakers' injury report lists LeBron James (left hip flexor strain) as probable and Maxi Kleber (right foot surgery recovery) as out for their Game 1 matchup with the Minnesota Timberwolves. James notably tweaked his hip flexor in…

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