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 Nation Roundtable: The Effects Of Kobe Bryant’s Contract

The biggest news of the week, and possibly the season, came down on Monday when Kobe Bryant agreed to a two-year extension worth $48.5 million. The news was met with joy from some, but trepidation from others. While most agree…

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Throwback Thursday: Lakers Trade For Kobe Bryant on Draft Day 1996

Following the 1995-96 season, the Lakers were in a difficult place. Despite winning 53 games and securing the fourth seed in the Western Conference, the Lakers were bounced in the first round by the Hakeem Olajuwon and the defending champion…

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Lakers Nation Wishes A Happy Birthday To The Late Chick Hearn

On this day 97 years ago, Francis Dayle Hearn was born in Aurora, Illinois. By the time he left us in 2002 there was no one who had made the impact from the commentator's box as Chick Hearn. Hearn is a…

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Lakers News: Lakers, Gasol Have Yet To Talk Contract Extension

The Lakers made headlines when they agreed to a contract extension with Kobe Bryant. Though they have caught flak for the deal, the Lakers and Kobe insist that there is a plan going forward. Will that plan involve Pau Gasol? According to…

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Lakers News: Kobe Bryant Says Return Is ‘Probably Weeks’ Away

Ever since Kobe Bryant began practicing again, people have been wondering when he will make his return to the floor for the Lakers. With Bryant recently signing his two-year contract extension, people are even more anxious for him to get…

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Kobe Bryant: ‘This Wasn’t A Negotiation This Was Easy’

When news broke that Kobe Bryant had agreed to a two year extension worth $48.5 million with the Lakers, the news was greeted with excitement from many Laker fans. There have also been some detractors. Many people have called Bryant…

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Lakers News: Kobe Bryant Tweets About Contract Extension

Kobe Bryant has just rested the hearts of Laker fans everywhere by agreeing to a two year extension with the Los Angeles Lakers. After the news broke, Bryant went to twitter to deliver a little mnessage about the deal: #Laker4Lifepic.twitter.com/1hqyMllnoy…

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Lakers vs. Kings Preview: Lakers Look To Improve To .500

The Lakers took advantage of a Golden State team without Stephen Curry to get their second straight win on Friday night. The win improved the Lakers to 5-3 at Staples Center and tonight they look to get one more win before hitting the road…

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Lakers Nation Roundtable: Guard Rotation Upon Kobe’s Return

It is only a matter of time before Kobe Bryant makes his return to the floor. And with a player like Bryant, changes will have to be made by everyone on the court in order to mesh better with Bryant. The…

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Lakers News: Chris Kaman Day-to-Day With Back Soreness

Compared to last season, the injury issues for the Lakers this year have been minimal. Outside of the drama of when Kobe will return to the court and Steve Nash's ongoing fight to re-discover his previous form, things have been…

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