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.
6690 Articles

Lakers Injury Report: Blake, Nash, Bryant At Least A Month Away

The Lakers have been the most injury ravaged team in the NBA, especially at the point guard position. Steve Nash hasn't been on the court since the middle of November due to nerve root irritation, while Steve Blake went out…

Corey Hansford

Lakers Nation Roundtable: Who Should Remain A Laker Next Season?

  At the conclusion of this season, the Lakers will have a number of decisions to make regarding the number of free agents they have on their roster.This off-season the Lakers signed guys like Nick Young, Xavier Henry, and Wesley…

Corey Hansford

Lakers vs. Jazz Preview: Lakers Try To End Six Game Skid

Just a week ago, the Lakers fell to the Utah Jazz in Utah thanks to a Derrick Favors putback dunk with two seconds remaining. The loss was the Lakers fourth in a row and things have gotten no better since,…

Corey Hansford

Throwback Thursday: Elgin Baylor Sets Then-NBA Points Record In 1960

As Laker fans, we have been fortunate enough to marvel at the scoring exploits of Kobe Bryant for years. When he dropped 81 points in 2006, it was something that no one had ever seen before. Older Laker fans however,…

Corey Hansford

Lakers Players Trending Up And Down At The Start Of 2014

The Lakers are in the midst of their worst stretch of the season having lost six straight games. While the first three losses were to some of the league's top teams, the last three were to three of the four…

Corey Hansford

Shootaround Report: Lakers Look To End Five Game Skid

The Lakers have struggled mightily of late, losing five consecutive games, including their most recent game, to the Philadelphia 76ers, to kick off their four game home stand. Tonight against the Milwaukee Bucks they look to change things and their…

Corey Hansford

Game Recap: Lakers Fall To Jazz With Sloppy Play Down The Stretch

The Lakers have struggled recently, falling to 13-16 after their recent three game losing streak. Tonight they get an excellent chance to start turning things around as they head to Utah to take on the Jazz who currently have the…

Corey Hansford

Lakers Nation Roundtable: Should Kobe Sit Out The Rest Of The Year?

The joy and elation that came with seeing Kobe Bryant return to the court in a Lakers uniform was quickly dashed when Bryant crumbled to the floor in Memphis a week ago. The site of Bryant rubbing his knee, much…

Corey Hansford

Lakers Players Trending Up And Down After Christmas Day Game

The slew of injuries the Lakers have dealt with this season has forced the players to continually adjust their game as their roles change on an almost nightly basis. Despite all of the challenges they've faced, the Lakers still took…

Corey Hansford

Throwback Thursday: Shaq’s 61-Point Birthday Celebration

The Lakers' 1999-2000 season was one of the best in Shaquille O'Neal's career. O'Neal posted career highs in points, rebounds, and assists on his way to winning his first and only NBA MVP. He would also lead the Lakers to…

Corey Hansford