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: LeBron James Says ‘Not Much Concern’ About Groin Injury

The Los Angeles Lakers have been hit by the injury bug in recent weeks with the latest being LeBron James in the team's loss to the Boston Celtics. James suffered a groin strain with a few minutes to go in…

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LeBron James Leaves Lakers’ Loss To Celtics Late With Groin Strain

The Los Angeles Lakers announced that superstar LeBron James suffered a groin strain late in Saturday night's loss to the Boston Celtics. He was not able to return after suffering the injury in the final minutes of the 111-101 defeat.…

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Recap: Lakers Beaten By Celtics To Snap 8-Game Winning Streak

The Los Angeles Lakers have been the hottest team in basketball lately having won eight straight, although they put that streak to the test on Saturday evening when they began their road trip with a tough matchup against the defending…

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Jaxson Hayes & Rui Hachimura Out As Lakers Take On Celtics Looking For 9th Straight Win

The Los Angeles Lakers are currently riding the high of a season-best eight-game winning streak, although that will be put to the test on Saturday night when they begin their road trip against the Boston Celtics on ABC. The Lakers…

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Lakers Video: LeBron James Confronts Stephen A. Smith Regarding Bronny Criticism

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers picked up their eighth straight win on Thursday night with a thrilling comeback victory over the New York Knicks in overtime. After the game though, a lot of the headlines were not about…

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Lakers Injury Report: Jordan Goodwin Returns, Jaxson Hayes Questionable, Rui Hachimura Out Vs. Celtics

The Los Angeles Lakers released their injury report for Saturday night's game against the Boston Celtics. Luka Doncic (right knee contusion) and LeBron James (left foot injury management) are probable, while Jaxson Hayes (right knee contusion) is questionable and Jordan…

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Lakers Injury Report: Austin Reaves Probable, Jordan Goodwin Questionable Vs. Knicks

The Los Angeles Lakers released their injury report for Thursday night's game against the New York Knicks. Austin Reaves (right calf strain), Luka Doncic (right knee contusion), and LeBron James (left foot injury management) are probable, while Jordan Goodwin (right…

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Lakers News: Jeanie Buss Believes Being Traded To Mavericks Was Positive For Anthony Davis

It's been a month since the Los Angeles Lakers traded Anthony Davis to the Dallas Mavericks for Luka Doncic, and many people are still trying to process it. Everything has gone right for the Lakers since as they have won…

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Jarred Vanderbilt Loves Having Other ‘Dawgs’ On Lakers With Him

The return of Jarred Vanderbilt in recent weeks has shown the Los Angeles Lakers what they were missing when he was out for nearly a year. Vanderbilt isn't gonna fill up the statsheet, but what he is gonna do is…

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Recap: Lakers Cruise To Win Over Pelicans For Seventh Straight Victory

The Los Angeles Lakers looked to keep things rolling on Tuesday night when they hosted the New Orleans Pelicans. The Lakers came in winners of six straight and had a prime opportunity to get it to seven against a Pelicans…

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