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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This Day In Lakers History: Shaquille O’Neal Dominates To Put 76ers On Brink Of Elimination In 2001 NBA Finals

The 2001 Los Angeles Lakers had one of the most dominant runs in playoff history. After sweeping through the entire...

Derek Fisher Compares Spurs’ Game 4 Loss To Knicks With His Famous 0.4 Shot

Game 4 saw the biggest blown lead in NBA Finals history as the New York Knicks fought back from 29 points down to stun the San Antonio Spurs on an OG Anunoby tip-in with 1.2 seconds remaining. The shocking victory…

Lakers Reportedly Believe Defensive Concerns Of Luka Doncic-Austin Reaves Backcourt Are ‘Overstated’

The Los Angeles Lakers' starting backcourt of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves proved to be an extremely effective duo this season, particularly on the offensive side of the ball. The two were the highest scoring duo in the NBA and…

Giannis Antetokounmpo Rumors: Lakers Not Currently In Mix For Bucks Star

The Los Angeles Lakers are expected to explore all avenues of improving their roster this offseason, be it via free agency, the draft or through trade. And the biggest name expected to be available via trade this summer is Milwaukee…

Lakers Rumors: Austin Reaves Expected To Get Max Offer From Nets; Other Teams Interested As Well

One of, if not the most important free agency decision for the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason is what to do with Austin Reaves. After being underpaid for years, Reaves is set to cash in with a contract that could…

LeBron James Outlines When He’ll Know He’s Ready To Retire

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has already shattered all expectations with how effective he remains despite being 41 years old and playing 23 NBA seasons, more than any other player in history. Many continue to wonder when he will…

This Day In Lakers History: Los Angeles Hires Phil Jackson As Head Coach In 1999

(Originally published on March 13, 2014) After signing Shaquille O'Neal and drafting Kobe Bryant in the summer of 1996, the Lakers seemingly had their foundation set for the future and many expected them to dominate immediately. Unfortunately for the team, that…

LeBron James Praises Knicks’ Josh Hart As Winning Player

For a time, the Los Angeles Lakers seemed to never miss on their draft picks and accumulated an excellent group of young talent. Brandon Ingram, Julius Randle, Lonzo Ball, Kyle Kuzma, Ivica Zubac, Jordan Clarkson and others all went on…

Shaquille O’Neal Gives Advice To Spurs Star Victor Wembanyama

Victor Wembanyama has officially arrived as one of the NBA's brightest young stars after leading the San Antonio Spurs to the NBA Finals in just his third season. The 7'5" big man is unlike any player the league has ever…

LeBron James Impressed By Knicks’ Postseason Run

Prior to their loss to the San Antonio Spurs in Game 3 of the NBA Finals, the New York Knicks had gone on one of the greatest runs in NBA playoff history. After falling down 2-1 in their first round…