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 News: D’Antoni To Consider Change To Starting Lineup

What was supposed to be a great night was ruined as the Lakers fell to the Toronto Raptors 106-94 in Kobe Bryant's return. The Lakers, as expected by many, struggled to integrate Bryant into the lineup, especially on offense. This lead to…

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Game Recap: Kobe Returns, But Lakers Fall To Raptors

Tonight is the game everyone was waiting for. Kobe Bryant made his return to the Lakers tonight from a torn Achilles he suffered last season. He makes his return against the team he scored 81 points against in the Toronto…

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Game Recap: Lakers Get Hot Late, Steal A Win Vs. Kings

The Lakers had a week off before traveling to Sacramento to take on the Kings. Just a few hours before the game, news came down that Kobe Bryant would return to the court in the Lakers next game, but the…

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Lakers vs. Kings Game Preview: Lakers Look For Third Straight Road Win

Even in a loss, the Lakers were able to show what they are all about in their 114-108 loss on Sunday to the Portland Trail Blazers. The Lakers twice rallied from 20 point deficits and gave the Blazers everything they…

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Lakers Nation Roundtable: Should The Lakers Bring In Another PG

Last season, the Lakers experienced a number of injuries to every key player on the team, but where they were hurt the most was at the point guard position. Injuries to Steve Nash and backup Steve Blake left the Lakers with…

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Throwback Thursday: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Wins Record Sixth MVP In 1980

The 1979-80 season is remembered by Lakers fans for many reasons. During that offseason, the Lakers drafted Magic Johnson with the top pick in the 1979 NBA Draft. Johnson would go on to win the 1980 NBA Finals MVP Award with…

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D-Fenders News: Malcolm Thomas Earns Call-Up, Signs With Spurs

Malcolm Thomas has been absolutely dominant in two appearances for the D-Fenders so far this season, posting averages of 33.5 points and 15.5 rebounds. He was rewarded today by becoming the D-Fenders' first GATORADE call-up of the season, and fifth overall, signing…

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Lakers News And Rumors Recap: Kobe Looking Good At Practice

With the Lakers not having a game until Friday, these next three days of practice will be instrumental in seeing how soon Kobe Bryant will return to the lineup. Judging by the reports from today, Bryant's return is looking like…

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Video: Kobe Stars In Turkish Airlines Commercial With Lionel Messi

Turkish Airlines has released the latest commercial starring Kobe Bryant and FC Barcelona star Lionel Messi. The first edition features the two superstars battling over the adoration of a young child hoping to get an autograph from one of them.…

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Lakers News: Pau Gasol To Have MRI On Ankle Monday

Sunday was not a good day for the Lakers. Despite putting forth a valiant effort to comeback, the Lakers fell to the Blazers 114-108. In the first quarter of tonight's game, the Lakers lost Jordan Farmar to a strained hamstring…

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