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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Anthony Davis Thinks Every Shot Lakers Rookie Dalton Knecht Takes Is Going In

Dalton Knecht fell to the Los Angeles Lakers in this year's draft in large part due to his age as he is already 23 years old after five years in college. But that just means he is ready to contribute…

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Jazz Vs. Lakers Preview: Rui Hachimura Out As Emirates NBA Cup Group Play Continues

The Los Angeles Lakers return home after a quick two-game road trip with a chance to increase their winning streak to six games, hosting the Utah Jazz in the second game of Emirates NBA Cup group play. L.A.'s title defense…

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Former Lakers Assistant Phil Handy Lands New Coaching Job

Through multiple head coaches over the past few seasons, one constant on the Los Angeles Lakers bench was Phil Handy. The assistant was one of the most respected throughout the league and many players credited him with helping develop their…

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Lakers News: Anthony Davis & Rui Hachimura Discuss Mindset Ahead Of Emirates NBA Cup Opener

Last season, the Los Angeles Lakers were an absolute force during the inaugural NBA In-Season Tournament with Anthony Davis and LeBron James leading the team on an undefeated run to the first-ever NBA Cup championship. Now known as the Emirates…

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Lakers News: Rui Hachimura & JJ Redick Note LeBron James’ Mastery Of Basketball

What LeBron James continues to do at this stage of his career is beyond words. In his 22nd season, with his 40th birthday approaching, LeBron is once again rewriting history as he recorded his third consecutive triple-double in the Los…

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Anthony Davis Feels His Ability To Stretch Floor Is ‘Huge’ For Lakers

Wednesday night's contest against the Memphis Grizzlies wasn't the best for Anthony Davis as the Los Angeles Lakers superstar dealt with foul trouble and shot just 6-of-16 from the field. But he stepped up in the fourth quarter with 11…

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Lakers Vs. Spurs Preview: Rui Hachimura Out Of Emirates NBA Cup Group Stage Opener

The Los Angeles Lakers begin their defense of their Emirates NBA Cup championship as they head to San Antonio to take on Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs in their first group stage game. Of course, the matchup between the Spurs…

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Lakers News: Anthony Davis Trying To Be Someone Christian Koloko Can Lean On

With Jaxson Hayes suffering a sprained ankle and Christian Wood still recovering from offseason knee surgery, the only big man offering depth behind Anthony Davis for the Los Angeles Lakers is two-way center Christian Koloko. The Lakers turned to Koloko…

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Dalton Knecht Credits JJ Redick & Lakers Teammates For Trusting Him To Keep Shooting

Los Angeles Lakers rookie Dalton Knecht has struggled to get his shot going so far this season as opposing teams are well aware of what he is capable of. But he got it going against the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday…

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Lakers News: Rui Hachimura Explains Dominance Against Grizzlies

When the Los Angeles Lakers met the Memphis Grizzlies for the first time this season, much of the attention was on the team missing superstar big man Anthony Davis. But also of note was that the team was without Rui…

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