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 Summer League Recap: L.A. Falls To Jazz In Another Close Game

The Los Angeles Lakers have been disappointing in Summer League this year, losing three of their four games despite having a roster full of players who will likely be on the team this year. They hoped to end their summer…

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Kenny Smith On Kobe Bryant: ‘I Just Hope He’s Healthy’

Even after all of the moves the Los Angeles Lakers made this off-season, the biggest question that surrounds the team this season is what exactly to expect from Kobe Bryant. The 36 year old is entering his 20th and possibly…

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Lakers Summer League Recap: L.A. Drops Nail-Biter To Mavericks

The Los Angeles Lakers Summer League team has been largely underwhelming in its first three games. The Lakers went 1-2 and both D'Angelo Russell and Julius Randle have struggled mightily to find a rhythm. The Lakers looked to get back…

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INSTAGRAM: Jordan Hill Says He Will Miss Nick Young, Lakers Trainers

Even with the struggles of the Los Angeles Lakers over the past two seasons, it was apparent to anyone following the team that big man Jordan Hill and guard Nick Young were very close. In fact, it was rare when…

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Lakers News: Las Vegas Summer League Game Vs. T-Wolves Most Watched Ever

Once their 2015 Summer League roster was announced, the anticipation surrounding Los Angeles Lakers rose quickly. The team was full of known quantities such as second overall pick D'Angelo Russell, last year's lottery pick Julius Randle, and first-team All-Rookie pick…

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Kobe Bryant Names His Two Favorite Teammates Of All-Time

Throughout 19 NBA seasons, five NBA championships, and countless fierce battles, Kobe Bryant has gone to war with a number of different teammates. In all of those years, two players stood out the most to Kobe Bryant as his favorite…

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Lou Williams Believes He Will Help Ease Kobe Bryant’s Workload

Ever since he came into the league, Lou Williams has been categorized as a scorer and he has lived up to that expectation. He has averaged double-figures in points in each of the last eight seasons including a career high…

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Lakers News: Lou Williams Appreciates L.A. Trying To Be Competitive

The Los Angeles Lakers finally began to make some noise in this off-season. The Lakers agreed to terms with reigning Sixth Man of the Year Lou Williams on a three year, $21 million contract in hopes of boosting their scoring…

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Lakers News: L.A. Agrees To Two-Year Deal With Robert Upshaw

Immediately following the 2015 NBA Draft, the Los Angeles Lakers moved quickly to make undrafted center Robert Upshaw a part of their Summer League team. A lottery talent, Upshaw went undrafted after being kicked off of two college programs. --…

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Jordan Clarkson Nominated For Best Rookie In First NBA Players Awards

After a franchise-worst 21 win season last year, much of the focus for the Los Angeles Lakers is on the future and what the team will do next season. The one bright spot from last season, however, continues to get…

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