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 Believes Being Part Of Laker Family Is ‘An Important Issue’

As the Lakers move forward in their coaching search, one qualification that has been consistent with every potential interviewee has been their head coaching experience. Every candidate so far has spent multiple years as a head coach in this league.…

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Lakers News And Rumors Recap: Another Coaching Candidate Emerges

This off-season the Lakers have a number of tasks. Chief among them is the hiring of a new coach. After taking a little while, things have finally kicked off as the team has begun interviewing potential candidates. Yesterday introduced Lionel…

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2014 NBA Draft: Lakers To Work Out Virginia Guard Joe Harris This Week

The Lakers are doing all of their homework in preparation for the NBA Draft on June 26 and have begun working out prospects, as well as setting up workouts for other players they are interested in. -- Think You're The…

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Lakers News: Team To Interview Clippers Assistant Alvin Gentry Wednesday

Add another name to the Lakers coaching list as the team will interview Los Angeles Clippers assistant coach Alvin Gentry on Wednesday according to the LA Times: After talking with Lakers general manager Mitch Kupchak by phone last Friday, Gentry…

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Lakers Nation Debate: How Does Kobe Bryant Need To Change His Game?

Topic: With Bryant growing older and coming off two devastating injuries, we wonder how Kobe Bryant will need to change his game to ensure individual and team success. Context: The Lakers plan on changing their fortunes as quickly as they…

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2014 NBA Draft: Lakers To Work Out Indiana Forward Noah Vonleh On June 4

Please enable Javascript to watch this video UPDATE: The Lakers will not only be working out Vonleh, but also Oklahoma State point guard Marcus Smart, another popular choice at number seven, according to ESPN's Jeff Goodman: Lakers will host Noah…

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Lakers News: Kobe Bryant Praises Steve Nash On How He Plays The Game

The backcourt combination of Kobe Bryant and Steve Nash was expected to bring another championship to Los Angeles. Unfortunately, thanks to injuries to both, we have rarely seen the two operate together as teammates. -- Think You Know Everything About…

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NBA Rumors: Cleveland Cavaliers Won’t Offer Kyrie Irving Max Extension

Kyrie Irving has taken the NBA by storm in his first two seasons. He quickly became one of the best young players in the NBA, and became an All-Star along the way. -- Think You're The Biggest Lakers Fan? Take…

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NBA Rumors: Grizzlies To Make Run At Jeff Van Gundy For Head Coach Position

In a bit of a shocking move, Dave Joerger has turned down the Minnesota job and will instead remain head coach of the Grizzlies according to ESPN's Ramona Shelburne: Dave Joeger has decided to stay in Memphis, source tells ESPN…

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Rick Fox Believes Kobe’s Opinion Should Matter In Coaching Search

There has been an ongoing question on whether the front office should talk to Kobe about who will be the next coach of the Lakers. Kobe said that he would like to be asked, but Mitch Kupchak has maintained that…

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