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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This Day In Lakers History: Kobe Bryant Sets Madison Square Garden Scoring Record With 61 Points

There are very few players in the history of the NBA who were capable of the scoring exploits of Kobe Bryant. The...

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De’Aaron Fox Trade Rumors: Lakers Not Willing To Include Austin Reaves

With the trade deadline less than a week away, there have been a number of rumors floating around and some big names could be on the move. Many are expecting Los Angeles Lakers to make a move and perhaps the…

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JJ Redick: Lakers Played Angry Vs. Wizards

Even though the Los Angeles Lakers were playing the Washington Wizards who have the worst record in the NBA, there was still a bit of concern as JJ Redick's squad would be without All-Star big man Anthony Davis, not to…

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Max Christie: Lakers Perimeter Defenders Must Step Up With Anthony Davis Out

The Los Angeles Lakers inserted Max Christie into the starting lineup in order to give them a primary on-ball defender on the perimeter. Regardless of how great Anthony Davis is at cleaning up his teammates' mistakes, the Lakers sorely needed…

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Lakers News: Rui Hachimura & Scott Brooks Enjoyed Return To Washington

Rui Hachimura has developed into one of the Los Angeles Lakers' most important role players over the past couple of years since being acquired in a midseason trade with the Washington Wizards back in 2023. He was a lottery pick…

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Lakers News: Shake Milton Stayed Mentally Prepared Despite Being Out Of Rotation

In addition to superstar big man Anthony Davis, the Los Angeles Lakers were also without rotation players Gabe Vincent and Dorian Finney-Smith in their contest against the Washington Wizards. As such, head coach JJ Redick chose to turn to Shake…

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Lakers Highlights: LeBron James Leads Team Effort In Blowout Of Wizards

With Anthony Davis injured, everyone from LeBron James down needed to step up for the Los Angeles Lakers, even against the lowly Washington Wizards. And that is exactly what happened. LeBron led the way with 24 points and 11 assists…

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This Day In Lakers History: Kobe Bryant Makes Game-Winning Basket Over Ray Allen To Beat Celtics

The last time the Los Angeles Lakers and Boston Celtics rivalry was truly fierce came between 2008 and 2010 when...

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Rising Stars Selection ‘Means A Lot’ To Dalton Knecht But More Focused On Lakers Season

LeBron James and Anthony Davis representing the Los Angeles Lakers during All-Star Weekend is pretty much a foregone conclusion most years. But in 2025, they won't be alone as rookie Dalton Knecht was named to the player pool for the…

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Lakers News: Klay Thompson Believes Kobe Bryant Was One Of ‘Most Intelligent’ Athletes

The impact that Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant had on this earth can never be measured. He was a true icon whose greatness stretched far beyond the basketball court. He was influential to so many, especially those who grew…

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