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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Kobe On Nick Young: ‘Really, Really, Really’ Big Piece Of Lakers

This Los Angeles Lakers team will go as far as Kobe Bryant takes it. There is no doubt about that. After him, however, there are a number of players who could have a major impact on this team. -- Have…

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Lakers News: Ronnie Price Impressing In Training Camp So Far

Early on in training camp, it is normal for a few players to stand out, and that is no different through the first few days for the Los Angeles Lakers. -- Have You Seen These LIMITED EDITION "Mamba Strikes Back"…

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Kobe Bryant Praises Defensive Ability Of Young Teammates

One consistent theme coming out of the first two days of Los Angeles Lakers' training camp has been defense. Byron Scott preached all off-season that he would be all about defense this season, and so far that seems to be…

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Kobe Bryant Hits Fadeaway, Looks Impressive In Scrimmages

After the morning session of practice today, the Los Angeles Lakers took part in a scrimmage which represented the media's first look at Kobe Bryant in action. If the videos posted are any indication, Bryant looks just fine. -- Have…

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Ryan Kelly Suffers Hamstring Strain, Out Indefinitely

The Los Angeles Lakers lost 319 games to injury last season, a number that is almost impossible to repeat. Unfortunately, training camp isn't getting off to the best start in regards to that. -- Have You Seen These LIMITED EDITION…

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Bleed Purple And Gold Radio: Training Camp Extravaganza

Check Out Basketball Podcasts at Blog Talk Radio with Bleed Purple Gold Radio on BlogTalkRadio Bleed Purple and Gold radio returned with a one hour show at the outset of Los Angeles Lakers training camp. After media day on Monday,…

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Kobe Says He’s Happy For Pau Gasol, Calls Him His Brother

Of all the losses the Los Angeles Lakers suffered this off-season, none hurt nearly as much as Pau Gasol leaving the team to join the Chicago Bulls. -- Have You Seen These LIMITED EDITION "Mamba Strikes Back" T-Shirts? -- No…

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Kobe On Nick Young: ‘When He’s On The Court, He’s Working’

One of the more interesting subplots of this Lakers season will be the interaction between Kobe Bryant and Nick Young. Young showed flashes of potential last season, but now he will spend a lot of time on the court with…

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Nick Young Believes He And Kobe Bryant Will Fit ‘Hand-In-Hand’

With Kobe Bryant only playing six games last season, multiple players had to step up to take on the scoring load, and one of the biggest players to do so was Nick Young. An Los Angeles native, Young has embraced…

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Kobe Bryant Wants To Help Young Lakers Find ‘Inner Beast’

Now entering his 19th season with the Los Angeles Lakers, Kobe Bryant comes into this season with a Lakers team unlike any one he has been a part of in the past. This is no longer a veteran laden team,…

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