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 Nation Debate: Encouraging Signs In First Four Games

Topic: We wonder what signs of encouragement have been present in the Lakers' first week of games, despite the 0-4 start. -- Have You Seen These LIMITED EDITION "Mamba Strikes Back" T-Shirts? -- Context: The NBA's schedule makers did the…

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VIDEO: Kobe Bryant Completes Circus Layup And Foul Vs. Warriors

http://youtu.be/yDVLgvLCp_Y Even though the Los Angeles Lakers haven't picked up a win yet this season, the return of Kobe Bryant has given hope to fans everywhere that he can continue to carry the team through this tough stretch. -- Have…

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Byron Scott Was ‘Pretty Deep’ In Talks To Become Clippers Coach In 2013

Though the results in the Los Angeles Lakers' win-loss record doesn't show it, new head coach Byron Scott has done a good job at changing the mindset of this Lakers' team as everyone is focused on excelling on the defensive…

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Lakers Nation Roundtable: Fallout Of Julius Randle’s Injury

  The Los Angeles Lakers came into this season with some hope that despite low expectations, the team would be able to surprise some people. Much of that had to do with the return of Kobe Bryant and the addition…

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Jeremy Lin Says Lakers Are Learning To ‘Trust Each Other The Right Way’

Even though they fell to the Clippers 118-111, the Los Angeles Lakers played what was by far their best game of the season as they took one of the Western Conference favorites to the wire. -- Have You Seen These…

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Game Recap: Lakers Battle, But Lose Close Game To The Clippers

The battle of Los Angeles had its first act as the Lakers and Clippers met at Staples Center. The Lakers came into this game struggling at 0-2, while the Clippers won their season opener to come into the game at…

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VIDEO: Kobe Bryant’s Reverse Dunk On Matt Barnes

http://youtu.be/-bBYafhsLIs http://youtu.be/-xo1OZhmHt0 Now in his 19th season, the athleticism of Kobe Bryant is expected to be diminished as he is now 36 years old. But on occasions, Kobe can turn back the clock, and tonight he did that early in…

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Byron Scott On Vetoed Chris Paul Trade: ‘Dammit David Stern’

In the off-season before the 2012 season, the Los Angeles Lakers completed a trade that landed them Chris Paul, widely regarded as the best point guard in the NBA. Of course, we all know what happened next as the trade…

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Byron Scott Doesn’t Believe Lakers-Clippers Is A Rivalry Yet

In recent years, the rivalry between the Lakers and Clippers has risen as the Clippers have become one of the best teams in the Western Conference, while the Lakers have struggled in recent years. With the teams set to meet…

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NBA Rumors: Reggie Jackson Unlikely To Sign Extension With Thunder

The new era of the NBA is rich in point guard talent. Every championship contender has a top flight point guard and it is arguably the deepest position in the entire league. -- Have You Seen These LIMITED EDITION "Mamba…

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