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: Marcus Smart ‘Very Motivated’ After Disappointing Last Two Seasons

After an extremely successful stint with the Boston Celtics, Marcus Smart has barely been heard from over the past two seasons with the Memphis Grizzlies and Washington Wizards. Injuries limited Smart to just 54 games in the last two years…

Lakers News: Tyrese Haliburton Marvels At Kobe Bryant Making Free Throws After Tearing Achilles

Unfortunately, a number of stars across the NBA suffered major injuries in the playoffs that will likely keep them out of the entire 2025-26 season. Perhaps the most heartbreaking was Indiana Pacers star point guard Tyrese Haliburton suffering a torn…

2024-25 Los Angeles Lakers Player Review: Armel Traoré

The Los Angeles Lakers have a history of finding gems amongst undrafted players, bringing them in on two-way contracts and developing them into legit NBA players. Coming out of last year's draft, the team immediately moved to sign French forward…

Lakers News: Marcus Smart Gives Update On Health Issues

One of the major concerns surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers' signing of guard Marcus Smart has been his injury history, especially over the past couple of seasons. After playing in at least 60 games in seven of his nine seasons with the…

Lakers Video: Getting To Know New Signing Jake LaRavia

There has been a lot of attention being paid to the Los Angeles Lakers' signing of center Deandre Ayton, as well as the team's recent agreement on a two-year deal with former NBA Defensive Player of the Year Marcus Smart.…

Lakers News: JJ Redick Has Always Been Fan Of Marcus Smart

The Los Angeles Lakers have spoken about wanting to improve their perimeter defense and the team undoubtedly feels like they have done that with the signing of former NBA Defensive Player of the Year Marcus Smart to a two-year deal.…

Lakers Re-Sign Center Christian Koloko To Two-Way Contract

The Los Angeles Lakers announced they have re-signed center Christian Koloko to a two-way contract. This will be Koloko's second season with the franchise as he appeared in 37 games for the Lakers last season while also on a two-way…

Lakers Rumors: Team Values Chris Manon As High-IQ Defender Who Plays Right Way

The Los Angeles Lakers are rounding out their roster as they are set to sign Christian Koloko and Chris Manon to two-way contracts. While Koloko is more a known commodity having appeared in 37 games for the Lakers last season,…

Lakers News: LeBron James Discusses Sacrifices Players Must Make To Win Championships

Every team enters each season with the goal of winning the NBA Championship. That is certainly the case for LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers, especially as the all-time great is entering his 23rd NBA season looking to win…

Shaquille O’Neal Believes Lakers Still Need To Add Shooting To Roster

As it currently stands, the Los Angeles Lakers have a full roster. While the team could choose to waive the non-guaranteed contract of Shake Milton to create another roster spot and bring in another player, the big moves for this…