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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Jeanie Buss Says Jim ‘Assured’ Her Lakers Would Contend In Three Years

The Los Angeles Lakers are in the midst of one of their worst stretches in the history of the franchise. After barely making the playoffs in 2012, they won only 27 games last season, and very few believe it will…

Jeanie Buss Calls Anyone Afraid To Play With Kobe ‘Losers’

Kobe Bryant has been one of the main talking points in the media this week after an article was released questioning whether he is the reason for the Los Angeles Lakers' downfall. For his part, Kobe basically ignored the article,…

Byron Scott Says Tough Love To Julius Randle Is Because He Cares

Since the beginning of training camp, Byron Scott has been noticeably hard on rookie first-round pick, Julius Randle. Obviously a talented player, Randle has been the subject of some 'tough love' from both Scott and Kobe Bryant. -- Have You…

NBA News: Owners Vote Against Draft Lottery Reform

With fear of numerous teams adopting a tanking strategy similar to that of the Philadelphia 76ers, a reform to the NBA's draft lottery became a major talking point. -- Have You Seen These LIMITED EDITION "Mamba Strikes Back" T-Shirts? --…

Kobe Bryant Voted Third Best Shooting Guard According to GMs

Off-season rankings have been all the rage this off-season, and they haven't been too kind to Kobe Bryant. Bryant was rated the 40th best player by ESPN, the 24th best player by Sports Illustrated, and one ESPN projection didn't even…

Kobe Bryant Comments On ESPN The Magazine Article

The biggest story in all of basketball yesterday was Henry Abbott's article for ESPN The Magazine questioning whether Kobe Bryant is the reason for the Los Angeles Lakers' downfall over the last few years. -- Have You Seen These LIMITED…

Lakers News: Byron Scott Thinks Wesley Johnson Lacks Confidence

Coming into this season, one player receiving a lot of praise was Wesley Johnson. Both Kobe Bryant and Byron Scott spoke on his potential as a lockdown defender coming into the season, and he spent a lot of time working…

REPORT: Source Claims Kobe Nearly Prevented Steve Nash Trade

The Los Angeles Lakers acquiring Steve Nash in the summer of 2012 was seen as a massive move that, when combined with the trade for Dwight Howard, was expected to keep the Lakers in contention for more championships. -- Have…

REPORT: Source Questions Kobe Bryant’s Motives On Winning

Kobe Bryant is one of the NBA's greatest competitors and one of the best winners the league has ever seen. Bryant also has had his fair share of controversy throughout his career and now that he is in the final…

Kobe Bryant Compares Ronnie Price To The Energizer Bunny

The point guard position hasn't exactly been a strength for the Los Angeles Lakers over the past couple of seasons. In fact, with the number of injuries that have befallen on Lakers point guards the past two years, some would…