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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Chris Paul, Lonzo Ball & More Potential Options For Lakers Playoff Roster

The start of the NBA postseason is just around the corner and given their recent glut of injuries, JJ Redick and the Los Angeles Lakers are searching for answers when it comes to filling out their rotation. The Lakers were…

Recap: LeBron James Gets Lakers Back On Track With Win Over Warriors

The Los Angeles Lakers hit the road on Thursday night, looking to snap their three-game losing streak when they took on the Golden State Warriors. Matchups between the Lakers and Warriors always have some added intrigue, although there was some…

This Day In Lakers History: Luka Doncic Drops 45 Points In Emotional First Return To Dallas

On April 9, 2025, Luka Doncic made his return to Dallas to play against the Mavericks at American Airlines Center for the first time as a member of the Los Angeles Lakers. It was an emotional night all around as…

Luke Kennard Emphasizes ‘Next Man Up’ As Lakers Injuries Pile Up

The Los Angeles Lakers were on a roll before injuries hit them at the worst possible time as Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves have both been ruled out for the remainder of the regular season and likely the start of…

Recap: Shorthanded Lakers Can’t Keep Up With Thunder

The Los Angeles Lakers faced an extremely tall task on Tuesday night when they welcomed the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder to town. The Lakers were blown out by the Thunder at full strength in Oklahoma City last week and…

Lakers Injury Update: Jaxson Hayes Out Vs. Thunder

The Los Angeles Lakers announced Jaxson Hayes (left foot soreness) has been downgraded to out for Tuesday night's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Hayes was not previously on the injury report and was seen working out of the court…

Shaquille O’Neal & TNT Sports Launch World’s First Professional Dunk League

Los Angeles Lakers legend Shaquille O’Neal, Authentic Brands Group (Authentic) and TNT Sports, in partnership with Eli Lilly and Company, will launch DUNKMAN – the world’s first professional league in the sport of dunking. The inaugural season is expected to…

Recap: Shorthanded Lakers Can’t Get Over Hump In Loss To Mavericks

It's been a rough week for the Los Angeles Lakers as far as injuries go with both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves being ruled out for the remainder of the regular season. Despite that, they looked to end the week…

Lakers Injury Report: Marcus Smart Out, Jarred Vanderbilt Questionable Vs. Mavericks

The Los Angeles Lakers released their injury report for Sunday's game against the Dallas Mavericks and Marcus Smart (right ankle contusion) remains out while Jarred Vanderbilt (right calf soreness) is questionable. That's in addition to Luka Doncic (left hamstring strain)…

Recap: Lakers Humbled In Blowout Loss To Thunder

The Los Angeles Lakers put their recent hot stretch to the test on Thursday night when they hit the road to take on the Oklahoma City Thunder, the defending champs that currently have the best record in the league. The…