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: Kobe Bryant Hopes To Begin Shooting Within Next 4-6 Weeks

For the third consecutive season, Kobe Bryant's year ended early thanks to injury. This year, it was a torn rotator cuff that put Kobe on the sideline as the Los Angeles Lakers struggled to their worst record in franchise history.…

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NBA News: Milwaukee Bucks Trade Ersan Ilyasova To Detroit Pistons

Even though the NBA Finals are still going on, the rest of the NBA is preparing for the off-season. The NBA Draft is only a couple of weeks away and free agency is right after, so many teams are getting…

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Lakers GM Mitch Kupchak: ‘You Don’t Take A Big Just Because It’s A Big’

As the NBA Draft draws closer, the constant question being asked is if the Los Angeles Lakers should grab a big man or a guard with the second overall pick. There have been reports that the Lakers are torn between…

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Jahlil Okafor Believes He And Julius Randle Would ‘Work Well Together’

The Los Angeles Lakers continued their pre-draft workouts on Tuesday as they worked out one of the favorites to come to the team in the draft, Duke center Jahlil Okafor. Viewed as the top prospect for most of the college…

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Lakers Rumors: Team Not A ‘Viable Option’ To Land LaMarcus Aldridge

The Los Angeles Lakers' off-season got off to a great start when the team moved up to second overall in the NBA Draft. The team will be able to add a major piece in the draft, but just as important…

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D’Angelo Russell: ‘It’d Definitely Be An Honor’ To Play With Kobe Bryant

The Los Angeles Lakers have recently begun working out the top prospects in the draft as they look to figure out who they will take with the second overall pick. On Saturday, the team brought in point guard Emmanuel Mudiay…

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Lakers News: Jahlil Okafor To Work Out For Team On Tuesday

When the Los Angeles Lakers defied the odds and moved up to the second overall pick in the NBA Draft, the first player most believed would be there for the taking is Duke center Jahlil Okafor. While nothing is set…

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Lakers Nation Roundtable: Do You Want Nick Young On The Roster Next Year?

In 2014, Nick Young enjoyed a career season. Despite the Los Angeles Lakers posting a franchise-worst record at the time, Young became a fan favorite due to his scoring ability and overall fun and happy demeanor. Young was rewarded with…

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Emmanuel Mudiay On Kobe Bryant: ‘He Wants To Win. I Want To Win’

One thing that has always separated Kobe Bryant from just about every other NBA player is his competitive streak. Kobe has a killer instinct that is unmatched by anyone not named Michael Jordan and players who don't fall in line…

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Lakers News: Cameron Payne To Work Out For Los Angeles

Arguably no prospect has seen his draft stock rise over the last couple of months than Murray State point guard Cameron Payne. The sophomore has gone from a late-first round pick to reportedly receiving a promise from a team in…

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