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 Rumors: Knicks Have Not Asked For Permission To Speak With JJ Redick

There were a lot of questions surrounding JJ Redick when the Los Angeles Lakers hired him as the team's new head coach last offseason. But throughout the season, he answered many of those questions, leading the Lakers to the third…

Lakers Video: Tony Allen Shares Hilarious Kobe Bryant Story

During his 20-year career with the Los Angeles Lakers, Kobe Bryant faced many of the greatest perimeter defenders in the history of the NBA. From Scottie Pippen and Ron Artest to Gary Payton and Tayshaun Prince, Kobe squared off with…

Lakers News: LeBron James Gives Advice To Anyone Who Makes NBA Finals

There are very few players in the history of the league who have more experience in the NBA Finals than Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James. In fact, LeBron is tied with Lakers legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for the third-most NBA…

This Day In Lakers History: Los Angeles Hires Phil Jackson As Head Coach In 1999

(Originally published on March 13, 2014) After signing Shaquille O'Neal and drafting Kobe Bryant in the summer of 1996, the Lakers seemingly had their foundation set for the future and many expected them to dominate immediately. Unfortunately for the team, that…

Lakers Pre-Draft Workouts: Izan Almansa, Oumar Ballo, CJ Huntley, Isaac Nogues & Clifford Omoruyi

The 2025 NBA Draft is nearing and while the Los Angeles Lakers don't have a first-round pick, they do own a second-rounder at 55th overall. The odds of landing a contributor in that range aren't great, but the Lakers have…

Lakers Trade Rumors: Jazz Center Walker Kessler Could Be Available This Offseason

It is no secret that the Los Angeles Lakers are in the market for a center this offseason and have been eyeing an upgrade at the position for a couple of years now. One name that has been linked to…

Lakers News: Shaquille O’Neal Believes He Could’ve Been NFL Tight End

Los Angeles Lakers legend Shaquille O'Neal will forever go down as one of the most dominant forces in the history of the NBA. There is just no one who could match Shaq's combination of size and brute force while also…

Lakers Rumors: Trading For Mavericks’ Daniel Gafford May Require Overpay

There have been a number of big men being linked to the Los Angeles Lakers as potential targets via trade or free agency and the offseason hasn't even officially arrived yet. One of the names being mentioned as a possibility…

Lakers News: Pau Gasol Congratulates Carlos Alcaraz After Epic French Open Championship

Los Angeles Lakers legend and basketball Hall of Famer Pau Gasol is extremely proud of his Spanish heritage and regularly supports the athletes from his native country. One of the biggest rising stars in all of sports is Spanish tennis…

Lakers News: Dwight Howard Chooses Between Kobe Bryant & LeBron James

Most debates about the greatest player in NBA history focuses on Michael Jordan vs. LeBron James. But in the eyes of many, Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant belongs in that debate as well with some feeling he is still…

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