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 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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Recap: Shorthanded Lakers End Disappointing Road Trip With Loss To Grizzlies

The Los Angeles Lakers' first road trip of the season has been a disappointing one, losing three of four games including to the Detroit Pistons in their last contest. The Lakers were looking to bounce back and end the trip…

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Lakers Injury Update: Rui Hachimura Doubtful Against Grizzlies With Illness

The Los Angeles Lakers announced that starting forward Rui Hachimura is dealing with an illness and is listed as doubtful to play in Wednesday night's game against the Memphis Grizzlies. It's reached that time of year where many people get…

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Lakers Injury Report: Anthony Davis Questionable Against Grizzlies

The Los Angeles Lakers announced that Anthony Davis (left heel contusion) is questionable while D'Angelo Russell (right foot contusion) and Austin Reaves (right ankle sprain) are probable for Wednesday night's game against the Memphis Grizzlies. Additionally, Jarred Vanderbilt (right foot…

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Austin Reaves Critical Of Lakers’ Lack Of Effort In Loss To Pistons

Austin Reaves and the Los Angeles Lakers got off to a poor start against the Detroit Pistons on Monday night and were never able to recover. They went down by as many as 20 in the first half and while…

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