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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NBA Rumors: Pelicans Wing Herb Jones Remains On Lakers’ Trade ‘Wish List’

If there is one area that is in need of improvement on the Los Angeles Lakers roster, it is the team's perimeter defense. The Lakers have a couple of players who specialize on that side of the floor such as…

Lakers News: Luka Doncic Named To Emirates NBA Cup All-Tournament Team

With superstar guard Luka Doncic leading the way, the Los Angeles Lakers went undefeated in group play of the Emirates NBA Cup. And even though the run ended in the quarterfinals with a loss to the San Antonio Spurs, who…

Lakers News: Gabe Vincent To Be Re-Evaluated In 1 Week With Lower Back Tightness

The Los Angeles Lakers announced Gabe Vincent is dealing with lower back tightness and will be re-evaluated in one week. This is the latest injury setback for the veteran guard, who was forced to sit out 11 games earlier this…

Could Lakers Remove Emirates NBA Cup Championship Banner After Knicks Decline To Put One Up?

The Los Angeles Lakers were the winners of the inaugural Emirates NBA Cup back in 2023 with LeBron James being the first ever NBA Cup MVP. In celebration of the accomplishment, the Lakers hung a banner in the rafters of…

JJ Redick Outlines Ideal Role Players To Surround Lakers’ Stars

The Los Angeles Lakers undoubtedly have a trio of superstars good enough to compete with just about any team's top players in Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and LeBron James. All three could be named All-Stars this season and head coach…

Deandre Ayton: Lakers Must Have More Pride On Defense

So far this season the Los Angeles Lakers have been an outstanding offensive team led by Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and LeBron James. The defensive side of the ball has been up-and-down, however, with subpar perfromances leading to blowout losses.…

Lakers News: Deandre Ayton Named November Recipient Of Bob Lanier Community Assist Award

The NBA and NBPA announced that Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton has been named the recipient of the Bob Lanier Community Assist Award for the month of November. The NBA and NBPA will donate $20,000 to the Ayton Family…

How To Vote Lakers Into 2026 NBA All-Star Game

The 2026 NBA All-Star Game will be held in Los Angeles, though it will take place at the Intuit Dome, home of the Los Angeles Clippers, on Feb. 15, and will air on NBC and Peacock. Despite it being at…

South Bay Lakers Highlights: Dalton Knecht Dominates In G League Debut

Last year's first-round pick Dalton Knecht has had a bit of an up-and-down run so far in his young career with the Los Angeles Lakers. The guard has had some outstanding performances, but has also had times when he has…

JJ Redick: Lakers Have Enjoyed Getting To Know Deandre Ayton

Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton was recently recognized by the NBA for the work he has done in communities around the world by naming him the recipient of the Bob Lanier Community Assist Award for the month of November.…