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 Reaves Breathes Sigh Of Relief After Doubting Return To Lakers

Los Angeles Lakers star Austin Reaves never made it to free agency as he reportedly agreed to a four-year, $185 million contract to return to the team. Reaves was able to secure a max contract to return to the Lakers,…

Lakers Acquire Second-Round Pick In 2026 NBA Draft From Bulls

The Los Angeles Lakers went into the second night of the 2026 NBA Draft without any picks, but that doesn't mean talent can't still be added to the organization. There is always the option of buying or trading for second…

Lakers Acquire Cameron Carr As Part Of Four-Team Draft Trade

The Los Angeles Lakers announced they have acquired the draft rights to guard Cameron Carr, the 24th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, as part of a four-team trade. In exchange, the Lakers sent the draft rights to Sergio…

Lakers Rumors: Austin Reaves Re-Signing On Four-Year Max Contract

Coming off a career season with the Los Angeles Lakers, Austin Reaves had a seemingly easy decision to make going into this offseason. The final year of Reaves' contract is a player option worth around $14.9 million for 2026-27. Reaves…

Lakers Trade Up With Knicks & Select Cameron Carr With 24th Pick In 2026 NBA Draft

An important offseason for the Los Angeles Lakers has finally arrived as the 2026 NBA Draft was set to take place on Tuesday and Wednesday. The Lakers went into the draft holding one pick at No. 25 overall in the…

NBA Trade Rumors: Lakers Have Reached Out To Pelicans About Yves Missi

It's no secret that the Los Angeles Lakers are heading into the offseason with a lot of needs, but perhaps chief among them is the center position. Deandre Ayton and Jaxson Hayes were both serviceable last season, but the Lakers…

Magic Johnson Reacts To Bucks Trading Giannis Antetokounmpo To Heat

The NBA offseason is underway and the first domino has fallen as the Milwaukee Bucks have completed a trade to send superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat. This saga had been going on for almost a year, so it…

Lakers Rumors: Marcus Smart More Likely To Return Than Deandre Ayton

The Los Angeles Lakers' two biggest moves came on the buyout market last offseason when they were able to land both Deandre Ayton and Marcus Smart for below-market deals. Both players outplayed their contracts and now have player options for…

Lakers Hire Dominic Samangy As Basketball Analyst

Since Mark Walter took over as majority owner of the Los Angeles Lakers, the organization has invested in its infrastructure in order to improve on the margins. The NBA is a salary cap league so there are only so many…

Warren Buffett Credits LeBron James For Intelligence On & Off Court

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has had one of the most impressive careers of any athlete as not only did he live up to the insane hype, but he exceeded it. James is about to enter his 24th season…