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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Lakers News: Lon Rosen ‘Excited’ To Return To Where His Career Began

New Los Angeles Lakers president of business operations Lon Rosen is no stranger to this franchise. Despite having worked with the Los Angeles Dodgers since 2012, Rosen actually began his career with the Los Angeles Lakers back in 1980. Rosen…

This Day In Lakers History: Shaquille O’Neal, Kobe Bryant Combine For 79 Points In 18th Straight Win

The 2000 NBA season was a crowning one for the Los Angeles Lakers. Shaquille O'Neal was at his most dominant...

Lakers News: Austin Reaves Was Just ‘Having Fun’ In Strong Second Half Vs. Timberwolves

One of the main stories coming out of the Los Angeles Lakers' victory over the New York Knicks was the aggression of Austin Reaves, who put forth what was easily his best game since the All-Star break. Reaves finally looked…

Luka Doncic Encouraged By Lakers’ Defense After Win Over Timberwolves

There have been major questions surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers' ability to play championship-level defense with a team built around offensive-focused stars in Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and LeBron James. But recently, the Lakers are showing that they are capable…

Lakers News: JJ Redick Praises Deandre Ayton For ‘Fantastic’ Performance Vs. Timberwolves

The Los Angeles Lakers picked up their second straight emphatic victory over a playoff team, running away from the Minnesota Timberwolves in the second half for a 120-106 victory. And just like their previous win, it was the defense again…

Lakers News: Julius Randle Pays Tribute To Kobe Bryant

When the Los Angeles Lakers began their rebuilding process during the final years of the legendary career of Kobe Bryant, the first player they drafted in the lottery was forward Julius Randle. The bruising forward spent his first four years…

Luka Doncic: Playing With Austin Reaves Makes My Life Easy

It has become extremely clear this season that the Los Angeles Lakers' backcourt combination of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves is one of the best offensive duos in the league. But since returning from his calf injury, Reaves hasn't been…

Lakers Injury Report: LeBron James Questionable Vs. Timberwolves

LeBron James (right hip contusion and left foot arthritis) is being listed as questionable for the Los Angeles Lakers' contest on Tuesday night against the Minnesota Timberwolves. James has sat out the Lakers' last two games, victories over the Indiana…

Lakers News: Micheal Jordan Weighs In On GOAT Debate & Comparisons To LeBron James & Kobe Bryant

The debate over the GOAT of basketball is a discussion that has been going on for decades and will continue on for many more. These days, the debates mostly center around Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan vs. Los Angeles Lakers…

This Day In Lakers History: Pat Riley Becomes Quickest Coach To 400 Wins

When it comes to the greatest coaches in the history of the NBA, names like Phil Jackson, Red Auerbach, and Gregg...