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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Recap: Bronny James Makes G League Debut In South Bay Lakers Season Opening Win

The Los Angeles Lakers' G League affiliate South Bay Lakers opened up their 2024-25 season on Saturday night, hosting the Salt Lake City Stars at UCLA Health Training Center. It marked the G League debut of Bronny James, who will…

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Lakers News: Cam Reddish Had Realization About His Career & Role

After starting the season out of the rotation, Los Angeles Lakers wing Cam Reddish recently got his opportunity and has made the most of it. While the stats aren't eye-popping, Reddish has seen his role increase in each of the…

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Lakers News: Austin Reaves Appreciates JJ Redick Challenging Him To Compete Harder

The Los Angeles Lakers got back on track on Friday night, returning home and easily beating the Philadelphia 76ers to improve to 5-4 on the season. Even though it came against an undermanned opponent, the win was important for the…

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Lakers News: LeBron James Credits D’Angelo Russell For Making ‘Sacrifice’ Of Moving To Bench

With the Los Angeles Lakers struggling in their recent road trip, head coach JJ Redick made a significant starting lineup change for Friday night's game against the Philadelphia 76ers by benching D'Angelo Russell in favor of Cam Reddish. The Lakers'…

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Lakers News: JJ Redick Praises D’Angelo Russell & Cam Reddish For Embracing New Roles

After a disappointing 1-4 road trip, the Los Angeles Lakers returned home and made some big changes for Friday night's game against the Philadelphia 76ers as head coach JJ Redick decided to start Cam Reddish over D'Angelo Russell. The previous…

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Lakers News: Anthony Davis Discusses How He’s Managing Plantar Fasciitis

Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis has gotten off to a dominant start to the 2024-25 season, but as always, his health is worth monitoring. Davis recently aggravated a heel injury that he said he had been dealing with since…

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Recap: Lakers Remain Undefeated At Home With Win Over Shorthanded 76ers

After a disappointing 1-4 road trip, the Los Angeles Lakers returned home, where they are undefeated this season, to host the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday night. This was a prime opportunity for the Lakers to get back in the win…

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Lakers News: JJ Redick Starting Cam Reddish Over D’Angelo Russell Vs. 76ers

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick is making a significant starting lineup change for Friday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers, inserting Cam Reddish in the place of D'Angelo Russell, who will come off the bench for the first time…

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Lakers Injury Report: Anthony Davis & Jaxson Hayes Probable, Rui Hachimura Questionable Vs. 76ers

The Los Angeles Lakers announced that Anthony Davis (left plantar fasciitis) and Jaxson Hayes (left knee soreness) are probably while Rui Hachimura (illness) is questionable for Friday night's game against the Philadelphia 76ers. Additionally, Jarred Vanderbilt (right foot injury recovery)…

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Lakers Rumors: G League Plan For Bronny James

The Los Angeles Lakers announced that they have assigned Bronny James to the South Bay Lakers ahead of the G League season opener on Saturday. This has been the plan all along as James is expected to split time between…

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