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.
6694 Articles

Former Laker Smush Parker Punches High Schooler During Pickup Game

Former Laker point guard Smush Parker finds himself in a bit of controversy. Last week, during a pickup basketball game at Basketball City at Pier 36, Parker punched high schooler Wolfgang Novogratz a 6'2, 185 pound star guard at Brooklyn's…

Corey Hansford

Paul George Talks About His Admiration For Kobe Since He Was A Child

As Kobe Bryant's career winds down, a new era of stars is starting to emerge in the NBA. Many of these stars have grown up watching Bryant and trying to be like him, the same way guys from Bryant's era…

Corey Hansford

Lakers News: Mitch Kupchak Calls Pau Gasol A ‘Priority’ In Free Agency

Pau Gasol received a standing ovation during the Lakers final home game, not only because of everything he's done for the team, but also because many believed it was Gasol's final home game as a Laker. With Gasol becoming a…

Corey Hansford

Lakers News: D’Antoni Disagrees With Team’s Pace Causing Injuries

Any chance of the Lakers surprising those who believed they would fall this year was done in by the insane amount of injuries the team suffered. As a whole, the Lakers missed 319 games due to injuries this season. When…

Corey Hansford

Lakers News: Pau Gasol Envisions Himself Playing Five More Years

Pau Gasol had something of a mixed year this season. Even though he dealt with some injury issues, as well as disagreements with head coach Mike D'Antoni, Gasol improved greatly on his numbers from last season and was the centerpiece…

Corey Hansford

Lakers News: Nick Young Clarifies His Comments About D’Antoni On TMZ

Nick Young is never at a loss for words, and has no problem saying whatever is on his mind at the moment. After last night's season finale against the San Antonio Spurs, Young was spotted with his girlfriend and rapper…

Corey Hansford

Lakers News: Nick Young Happy To Be In Control Of Free Agency

The man known as 'Swaggy P' has grown into a huge fan favorite throughout this season. With so many injuries to the Lakers this season, someone had to step up and become the face of this team, and that player…

Corey Hansford

Lakers News: Jordan Hill Believes He Fits On Any Team; Unsure Of Return

Jordan Hill went through a lot of ups and downs this season. Constantly switching in and out of the rotation, and dealing with injuries made this season a difficult one for Hill. With the season now over, and Hill's contract…

Corey Hansford

2014 NBA Draft: Jabari Parker Officially Declares For Draft

The 2014 NBA Draft class is beginning to take form now and it will be a deep one. Duke forward Jabari Parker has officially declared for the draft, announcing via a full article on Sports Illustrated: Today I sent my…

Corey Hansford

Lakers News: Kobe Bryant Vacationing In France Before Season’s End

UPDATE (4:05 PM PT): Kobe Bryant left to France for a short anniversary trip and also plans to visit a doctor in Germany for a check-up via Lakers Nation reporter Serena Winters: Kobe's France trip is an anniversary getaway, accord.…

Corey Hansford