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 Injury Update: Steve Nash Gets Treatment, Probable For Tomorrow

The health of Steve Nash is a touchy subject at this time. Nash has played well since returning to the floor last Tuesday, but with the slew of injuries hitting the Lakers this season and Nash's issues since joining the…

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VIDEO: Oklahoma State PG Marcus Smart Pushes Fan During Loss

Oklahoma St. point guard Marcus Smart surprised many when he decided to return to school for his sophomore season despite being a guaranteed lottery pick last season. Smart is one of the biggest prospects in the heralded 2014 draft class,…

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Lakers News: Pelicans’ Anthony Davis To Replace Kobe In All-Star Game

Despite being voted in as a starter for his 16th All-Star Game, Kobe Bryant will not be participating thanks to his dislocated knee. The NBA has named New Orleans Pelicans star Anthony Davis as Bryant's replacement: The NBA announces Anthony…

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Lakers News: John Cena Passes Kobe As Most Liked Athlete On Facebook

Kobe Bryant's worldwide popularity rivals that of nearly every celebrity in the United States. The fact that he can be voted as a starter to the All-Star Game, despite asking fans not to vote for him, proves that point. Another…

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Lakers History: Lakers Defeat Sixers For 2001 NBA Championship

http://youtu.be/gyLxZ3Ab5Kw The 2000-2001 regular season was a bit of a disappointment for the Los Angeles Lakers. After dominating to the tune of 67 wins a year prior, the Lakers fell back to 56 wins in 2001 and the second seed…

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NBA News: Sprite Slam Dunk Contest Participants Revealed

Arguably the biggest attraction of the NBA's All-Star Weekend is the Sprite Slam Dunk Competition. Superstars like Julius Erving, Michael Jordan, Dominique Wilkins, and Kobe Bryant have all participated, and won, the contest in years past. Recently, the contest has…

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RareInk Releases Chick Hearn Commemorative Artwork

For as long as the Lakers have been in Los Angeles, the voice of Chick Hearn has been synonymous with the team. Even though he passed away in 2003, his voice is still heard on nearly every great Lakers moment…

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Lakers News: Nick Young Out Two Weeks With Knee Fracture

The hits keep on coming as the Laker's injury-filled season continues. The latest victim is the Nick Young, who according to Lakers reporter Mike Trudell, will be out a minimum of two weeks thanks to a non-displaced fracture in his…

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Lakers News: Kobe Bryant Tweets Support After Lakers Victory

The Lakers had one of the more unusual victories last night against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Thanks to injuries and foul issues, the team was down to four eligible players remaining. Thanks to a rule, the Lakers were allowed to keep…

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Game Recap: Lakers Escape In Cleveland Despite Injuries And Fouls

The Lakers look to end a seven game losing streak tonight in Cleveland against the Cavaliers. The team will welcome back Jordan Farmar to the lineup and he is getting thrown right in the fire as he will be matched…

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