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: Lakers Take Game 1 From Rockets With Kevin Durant Ruled Out

The Los Angeles Lakers kicked off the 2026 NBA Playoffs on Saturday evening, hosting the Houston Rockets in Game 1 of their first-round series. Unfortunately, the Lakers went into the postseason without their two leading scorers as Luka Doncic and…

JJ Redick Gives 2 Keys To Lakers’ Series With Rockets

The Los Angeles Lakers have a tall task ahead of them, literally and figuratively, as they get set to match up with the Houston Rockets in the first round of the playoffs. Houston is a big, physical team, so Lakers…

NBA Playoff Schedule & TV Info: Lakers’ First Round Series With Rockets

Despite dealing with numerous injuries, the Los Angeles Lakers had a successful regular season in which they finished 53-29 and secured the No. 4 seed in the Western Conference going into the NBA Playoffs. That sets up a first-round series…

Lakers News: LeBron James Named Western Conference Player Of The Week

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James was named Western Conference Player of the Week for games played from April 6-12, the NBA announced. James led the Lakers to a 3-1 record despite both of his co-stars Luka Doncic and Austin…

Lakers Star Luka Doncic Wins 2025-26 NBA Scoring Title

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic won the NBA scoring title for the 2025-26 season, averaging 33.5 points in 64 games. He finished more than two points ahead of second place as Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander averaged 31.1,…

Recap: Lakers End Regular Season With Easy Win Over Jazz

The Los Angeles Lakers took the court for the 82nd and final time in the regular season on Sunday evening when they hosted the Utah Jazz. There was a lot at stake for L.A. as a win, coupled with a…

Lakers Rumors: Nick Smith Jr. Signed To Fill Final Roster Spot For Playoffs

Before the end of the regular season, the Los Angeles Lakers decided to waive Kobe Bufkin in order to open up a roster spot for the start of the playoffs. The options to fill that spot were limited considering the…

Lakers Injury Report: LeBron James & Jaxson Hayes Questionable Vs. Jazz

The Los Angeles Lakers released their injury report for Sunday's regular season finale against the Utah Jazz and LeBron James (left foot injury management) and Jaxson Hayes (left foot injury management) are both questionable. The Lakers will also continue to…

Lakers Highlights: LeBron James Continues Stellar Play In Win Over Suns

After losing both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves to injury, the Los Angeles Lakers struggled to find their footing, dropping three straight games. They are seemingly re-finding their form just before the start of the playoffs, however, picking up back-to-back…

Recap: Lakers Beat Suns & Clinch Home-Court Advantage In First Round Of Playoffs

After picking up a road win over the Golden State Warriors on Thursday, the Los Angeles Lakers returned home and hosted the Phoenix Suns in the second night of a back-to-back in their penultimate regular season game. Both teams were…