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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Byron Scott Says Tarik Black Has Earned More Minutes In Rotation

In his first extensive action in a Los Angeles Lakers uniform, Tarik Black made a huge impression. Black scored 14 points on 4-4 from the field, and grabbed nine rebounds and was a key component to the Lakers pulling away…

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Tarik Black: ‘It’s Amazing That I’m Even Wearing A Lakers Jersey’

Arguably the biggest story coming out of the Los Angeles Lakers 101-84 victory over the Orlando Magic was the play of recently acquired big man Tarik Black, who nearly totaled a double-double in only 17 minutes on the floor. --…

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Game Recap: Tarik Black Shines As Lakers Pull Away To Defeat Magic

The Los Angeles Lakers were without Kobe Bryant for the second time in three games as they hosted the young, upstart Orlando Magic. With both Kobe and Wesley Johnson out, Wayne Ellington and Ryan Kelly would be inserted into the…

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Byron Scott Wants Reasonable Expectations For Julius Randle Next Season

Coming into this season, rookie power forward Julius Randle was looked at as a surefire piece of the future for the Los Angeles Lakers. Unfortunately, his season was ended before it began as he broke his fibula in the season…

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Kobe Bryant Remains Second Among West Guards In Third All-Star Returns

Kobe Bryant is moving closer to being voted to start his 17th All-Star Game of his career if the latest All-Star ballot returns are any indication. According to NBA.com, Bryant remains in a comfortable second place among Western Conference guards,…

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Los Angeles Lakers vs. Los Angeles Clippers NBA Highlights

The Los Angeles Lakers took on their crosstown rivals the Clippers in a battle of Staples Center inhabitants. Kobe Bryant returned after resting for a game, but the Lakers would be without starting point guard Ronnie Price who was out…

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Jeanie Buss: Lakers Are Committed To Get ‘Team Back To Contention’

The Los Angeles Lakers have struggled the last couple of seasons, a position that neither the organization or fans are used to. The fans are hoping for a quick re-build of the team and the Lakers are hoping for the…

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Steve Blake ‘Absolutely’ Had Interest In Signing With Lakers

Last summer, the Los Angeles Lakers were expected to be major players in free agency as they were armed with a lot of cap space. Unfortunately for the team, they were unable to get a big-name player and that focus…

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Nick Young: ‘I Learn More Just Being Here’ Than With Clippers

With the Los Angeles Lakers set to take on their crosstown rivals, the Clippers on Wednesday, many have begun to focus on the rivalry that has grown recently between the two teams. -- Have You Seen These LIMITED EDITION "Bleed…

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Jeremy Lin: ‘I Honestly Believe We’re Headed In The Right Direction’

The Los Angeles Lakers hung tough with one of the Western Conference's best teams, but ultimately fell to the Portland Trail Blazers, 98-94. The Lakers actually led throughout much of the game despite missing both Kobe Bryant and Wesley Johnson.…

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