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 News: JJ Redick’s Family Among Those Evacuated Due To Los Angeles Wildfires

The Los Angeles Lakers ended their road trip with a disappointing loss to the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday night, although the focus for a lot of players and fans is elsewhere at the moment. Currently, the largest Santa Ana windstorm…

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Lakers News: Magic Johnson & LeBron James Offers Prayers Amid California Wildfires

The Los Angeles Lakers suffered arguably their most disappointing loss of the season to the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday night, although the focus for many people in the Southern California area is understandably elsewhere right now. There currently are multiple…

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LeBron James Discusses Lakers’ Defensive Struggles In Loss To Mavericks

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers had a prime opportunity to get back on track on Tuesday night, taking on a Dallas Mavericks team that was in the second night of a back-to-back and missing both Luka Doncic and…

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Recap: Lakers Suffer Inexcusable Loss To Shorthanded Mavericks

The Los Angeles Lakers were back in action on Tuesday night, finishing up their two-game Texas road trip against the Dallas Mavericks. The Mavericks were missing their two stars in Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving, giving the Lakers a prime…

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NBA Rumors: Suns’ Bradley Beal Would Waive No-Trade Clause For Lakers

With the NBA trade deadline just around the corner in February, the Los Angeles Lakers are looking for ways to upgrade their roster after already acquiring Dorian Finney-Smith from the Brooklyn Nets. After including D'Angelo Russell in that deal, the…

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JJ Redick: Inability To Rebound Was Difference In Lakers Loss To Rockets

The Los Angeles Lakers have been playing better basketball lately but that was put to the test on Sunday night when they traveled to take on the Houston Rockets, one of the best teams in the West. Early on the…

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Anthony Davis Believes Lakers’ Loss To Rockets Came Down To Effort

The Los Angeles Lakers took a step back on Sunday night as they lost to the Houston Rockets, 119-115, in the first game of their road trip. The Rockets provided a tough test for the Lakers and early on, they…

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Recap: Lakers Comeback Attempt Comes Up Short Against Rockets

After starting the new year with back-to-back wins at home, the Los Angeles Lakers went on the road to face the Houston Rockets on Sunday evening. The Rockets presented a good challenge for the Lakers as one of the best…

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Lakers Legend Magic Johnson Receives Presidential Medal Of Freedom Award

Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom from President Joe Biden in a ceremony on Saturday at the White House. Biden bestowed the honor to 19 of the most famous names in politics, sports,…

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Recap: LeBron James Passes Michael Jordan For Most 30-Point Games As Lakers Beat Hawks

The Los Angeles Lakers were back in action on Friday night, hosting the Atlanta Hawks in the second night of a back-to-back. The Lakers got Anthony Davis back in the lineup after a one-game absence and were looking to avenge…

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