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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Jaxson Hayes: Lakers Need To Keep Stepping Up To Make Up For Injuries

Most of the attention surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers goes towards the team's superstars of Luka Doncic, LeBron James and Austin Reaves. Whether it is positive or negative, they get the glory more often than not, and rightfully so. But…

This Day In Lakers History: Kobe Bryant Sinks Kings With Buzzer-Beater 3-Pointer

Kobe Bryant made a career out of hitting clutch shot after clutch shot for the Los Angeles Lakers. The future Hall...

JJ Redick Believes Lakers Are Still Trying To Figure Out Their Identity

After a strong start, the Los Angeles Lakers are in the midst of their roughest stretch of the season so far. After yet another blowout loss, this time to the Detroit Pistons, JJ Redick's squad is heading into 2026 having…

Lakers News: LeBron James Willing To Play More On-Ball

LeBron James has taken on a completely different role this season for the Los Angeles Lakers. After missing the first 14 games of the year, James has mostly played off-ball role with Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves being the primary…

Luka Doncic: Lakers Could’ve Matched Pistons’ Physicality Better

The Los Angeles Lakers ended 2025 with yet another blowout loss, this time to the Detroit Pistons. Luka Doncic led the way with 30 points and 11 assists and the Lakers stuck with Detroit for most of three quarters before…

Lakers News: JJ Redick Wants Nick Smith Jr. To Be Aggressive

Luka Doncic led the way and LeBron James had another strong outing, but it was two-way contract player Nick Smith Jr. who gave the Los Angeles Lakers an extra boost in their win over the Sacramento Kings on Sunday night…

Jake LaRavia Pleased With Lakers’ Response After Being Called Out In Film Session

After three consecutive blowout losses, the Los Angeles Lakers badly needed a get-right game and that was exactly what they got on Sunday night against the Sacramento Kings. Luka Doncic and LeBron James led the way, but the entire team…

2026 NBA All-Star Voting Returns: Lakers’ Luka Doncic Leading Way, LeBron James & Austin Reaves In Top 10

Coming into the season, many expected Los Angeles Lakers superstar guard Luka Doncic to have his best years to date. Getting himself into outstanding shape in the offseason and having extra motivation after being traded away last season, there was…

This Day In Lakers History: Elgin Baylor, Wilt Chamberlain Face Off In Second Epic Clash

Elgin Baylor and Wilt Chamberlain are two of the greatest players in NBA history and two of the most unstoppable...

Jarred Vanderbilt Looking To Provide Outlet For Lakers Stars With Improved 3-Point Shooting

Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt has long been one of the best perimeter defenders in the NBA. The energy and fight that he plays with any time he is on the court is infectious and he has been known…