Corey Hansford

Corey Hansford is the Senior Editor for Lakers Nation, as well as a contributor for Dodger Blue, Rams News Wire, and Raiders News Wire. He is a passionate follower of the Los Angeles Lakers, Dallas Cowboys, Los Angeles Dodgers, Chelsea FC, and the UFC. He can usually be seen arguing the merits of Kobe Bryant or cursing the decisions of Jerry Jones. He is also a former producer and associate producer for Sirius XM Sports Radio on both the Fantasy Sports Channel and College Sports Nation. Proud graduate of Long Beach Poly High School and The Real HU, Howard University, with a degree in Broadcast Journalism. Follow him on all social media outlets at @TheeCoreyH.
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Netflix Announces ‘Court Of Gold’ Documentary On Team USA & Others At 2024 Olympics

This summer the entire world was enthralled in watching the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. Many different competitions captured fans, but arguably none more than Men's Basketball as Team USA, led by Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James along with…

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South Bay Lakers Acquire Returning Player Rights To Quincy Olivari

The Los Angeles Lakers' G League affiliate, the South Bay Lakers, have acquired the returning player rights to guard Quincy Olivari. Olivari was previously on a two-way contract with the Lakers but got released as the team signed big man…

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Lakers News: LeBron James Inspired By Watching Ohio State Win National Championship

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has long been a major fan and supporter of Ohio State University sports. James has been seen at games supporting the premier college of his home state and that was once again the case…

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JJ Redick Assesses Lakers & Himself At Midway Point Of Season

The Los Angeles Lakers have officially reached their halfway point of the season. The team sits at 23-18, good for a fifth place tie in the Western Conference in head coach JJ Redick's first season at the helm. There have…

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Dorian Finney-Smith Admits Minute Restriction With Lakers Is ‘Tough’ But Ankle Is ‘Getting Better’

Dorian Finney-Smith had his best overall game as a member of the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday night. The forward finished with 16 points, knocking down four 3-pointers in the Lakers' victory over the Washington Wizards while still providing his…

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D’Angelo Russell Seemingly Takes Shot At Lakers Saying He Plays ‘Free Basketball’ With Nets

The Los Angeles Lakers made a big move in December, dealing away point guard D'Angelo Russell and Maxwell Lewis along with three second-round picks to the Brooklyn Nets for Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton. The move brought the Lakers a…

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This Day In Lakers History: Kobe Bryant Scores 81 Points Against Raptors

It remains one of the most unbelievable, iconic, amazing moments in the history of the NBA. Everyone can remember...

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Austin Reaves: Lakers Still Working To Find Their Identity

Over the past couple of weeks, Austin Reaves has really begun growing into his more on-ball role with the Los Angeles Lakers. In the last 10 games, the point guard is averaging 21 points and 8.2 assists while maintaining good…

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Lakers Rumors: Magic Johnson Could Be Part Of NBA Expansion Ownership Group In Las Vegas Or Kansas City

Arguably no athlete has had more off-court business success in their post-playing career than Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson. In addition to his businesses, Magic also has ownership stakes in multiple teams including the Los Angeles Dodgers, Washington Commanders…

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Lakers News: Scottie Pippen Names Magic Johnson As GOAT Over Michael Jordan & LeBron James

The GOAT conversation in the NBA for the most part recently has boiled down to an either-or between Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan and Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James. But ultimately, the greatest player ever is a subjective choice…

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