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: Dalton Knecht Excited To Learn From Luka Doncic

There are very few players in the NBA who have experienced what Los Angeles Lakers rookie guard Dalton Knecht has had to deal with over the past couple of weeks. Of course, Knecht was dealt to the Charlotte Hornets at…

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Austin Reaves Believes Lakers Are In ‘Great Spot’ At All-Star Break

It has been an up-and-down season for the Los Angeles Lakers, but with the All-Star break now here the team finds itself right in the mix of a very competitive Western Conference. Following the blockbuster trade for Luka Doncic, the…

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Lakers News: Stephen Curry Doesn’t Want Final NBA Seasons To Mimic Kobe Bryant

The superstars of the NBA's previous era are nearing the end of their careers. Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is at the forefront, but Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors and Kevin Durant of the Phoenix Suns are…

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This Day In Lakers History: Wilt Chamberlain Becomes First Player To Score 30,000 Career Points

When it comes to putting up numbers unlike anyone else in the history of basketball, no one did that more than former...

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Lakers News: Victor Wembanyama Believes LeBron James Is Most Underrated Player In NBA

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is considered by many to be the greatest player in the history of the NBA, and a true generational talent. Perhaps the next great generational talent in the league today is San Antonio Spurs…

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Lakers News: Dalton Knecht Hopes To Compete In Future Slam Dunk Contest

Los Angeles Lakers rookie guard Dalton Knecht is taking part in his first NBA All-Star Weekend as part of the Castrol Rising Stars. Knecht had a strong showing as part of the winning team, which now allows for him and…

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2025 NBA All-Star Weekend: All-Star, Celebrity, Rising Stars, Dunk Contest, 3-Point Contest, Skills Contest Primer

The 2025 NBA All-Star Weekend is set to take place in the Bay Area, represented by the Golden State Warriors, from Friday, Feb. 14-Sunday, Feb. q6. The Los Angeles Lakers will have a couple of players representing the franchise this…

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This Day In Lakers History: Kobe Bryant Competes In Final All-Star Game Alongside LeBron James & Other NBA Stars

The late, great Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant was known for a lot of things throughout his NBA career...

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Lakers News: Dalton Knecht Discusses ‘Crazy’ Week & Desire To Just ‘Hoop’

The last week for Los Angeles Lakers rookie Dalton Knecht has been an absolute whirlwind, to say the least. The guard was traded prior to the deadline to the Charlotte Hornets as part of a package in exchange for center…

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Alex Len Explains Reason For Signing With Lakers

Following the rescinding of their trade for Charlotte Hornets center Mark Williams, the Los Angeles Lakers still had a big need at center with Jaxson Hayes being the only true big on a standard contract. The front office would quickly…

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