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 Sign Keith Appling To Non-Guaranteed Deal

The Los Angeles Lakers roster is more or less finalized with guaranteed deals, but there is still plenty of room for young players to make a mark in training camp. -- Have You Seen These LIMITED EDITION "Mamba Strikes Back"…

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Debate: Which Player Is Most Important To Lakers Success?

Topic: Looking ahead to next season we wonder which player, besides Kobe Bryant, will be the most crucial to the Los Angeles Lakers' success this season. Context: Next season, the Lakers have a massive challenge ahead of them. In the…

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NBA News: Tony Parker Signs Three-Year Max Extension

Tony Parker has long been one of the top point guards in the league. With his contract ending after the 2015 season, Parker was set to be an unrestricted free agent next summer. That is no longer the case. --…

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Kobe Reaches Out To Paul George After Serious Injury

Yesterday, during the Team USA scrimmage, Paul George suffered one of the most gruesome injuries ever witnessed on live TV. George suffered a compound fracture of his tibia and fibula, effectively ending his season. -- Lakers Nation BLOWOUT SALE! Shirts…

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VIDEOS: Jordan Clarkson Dominates OVO Bounce Tourney

While most fans focused on the selection of Julius Randle with the seventh overall pick in the NBA Draft and rightfully so, picking Jordan Clarkson in the second round could turn out to be just as important. -- Lakers Nation…

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Lakers Nation Roundtable: Byron Scott The Right Choice?

After going through the entire free agency period without a head coach, the Los Angeles Lakers finally announced their guy in former player and three-time NBA Champion, Byron Scott. Not only has Scott experienced great success with the Lakers as…

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Jeremy Lin Doesn’t Believe He Has Reached His Prime Yet

The Los Angeles Lakers have made a number of changes this off-season, but one of the biggest moves was acquiring point guard Jeremy Lin from the Houston Rockets. -- Lakers Nation BLOWOUT SALE! Shirts Start At $12.50 + Free Shipping!…

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Mitch Kupchak Says Players Must Meet Kobe’s Expectations

Kobe Bryant has developed a reputation as one of the toughest players in the NBA to play with. Though he has admitted to improving as a leader through the years, Kobe is still very tough on teammates. -- Have You…

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Byron Scott Believes He Must Change The Lakers’ Mindset

The Los Angeles Lakers went through their worst season in the history of the franchise last year. Now the franchise is ready to turn things around. -- Lakers Nation BLOWOUT SALE! Shirts Start At $12.50 + Free Shipping! Use Code:…

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Byron Scott Envisions ‘Talking A Lot’ About The Game With Kobe

One of the major qualifications Mitch Kupchak wanted in the next Los Angeles Lakers head coach was someone who can work with star Kobe Bryant. -- Lakers Nation BLOWOUT SALE! Shirts Start At $12.50 + Free Shipping! Use Code: REDEMPTION…

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