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: Xavier Henry Cleared To Practice

UPDATE: According to the LA Daily News' Mark Medina, Xavier Henry could return next week: Mike D'Antoni estimates Xavier Henry could be a week away from returning — Mark Medina (@MarkG_Medina) February 22, 2014 The Los Angeles Lakers are finally…

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Lakers News: Pau Gasol Active, Steve Nash Out Vs. Celtics

The Lakers take on the rival Boston Celtics tonight in their first game since the trade deadline. And the Lakers have some good news and bad news. Pau Gasol returns tonight for the first time since February 4. Unfortunately, Steve…

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Lakers News: Pau Gasol Happy To Remain A Laker After Trade Deadline

With so many rumors floating around the Lakers, many players were anxiously waiting to see if they would still be a Laker after today's trade deadline. Steve Blake was moved to the Golden State Warriors last night, but the Lakers…

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Lakers News: Mitch Kupchak Believes Nash’s Future Will Be ‘A Challenge’

Steve Nash's time in Los Angeles has been a disappointment. Struggling with injuries, Nash has rarely resembled the player he was during his time in Phoenix. Nash is one of the few Lakers who will still be under contract after…

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Lakers News: Team May Not Spend All Their Cap Money This Offseason

With this season being such a struggle for the Los Angeles Lakers, many eyes have turned to this off-season as the beginning of the turnaround for the storied franchise. Armed with a substantial amount of cap room, and a potential…

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This Week In Lakers History: Kareem Becomes All-Time Games Played Leader

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is one of the most revered players in NBA history. Abdul-Jabbar owns many NBA records and a lot of that is due to his long time in the league. Playing 20 seasons in the NBA allowed Abdul-Jabbar to…

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Lakers News: Coach D’Antoni ‘Surprised’ By Steve Blake Trade

Mere minutes before the tip-off of tonight's game against the Houston Rockets, news broke that the Lakers had traded Steve Blake to the Golden State Warriors. -- Lakers Nation Store Is Back! Check Out The Latest Gear -- Though there…

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Game Recap: Lakers Dominated In Eighth Straight Home Loss

The big story of tonight is Dwight Howard's first game back in Staples Center since leaving the Lakers to join the Houston Rockets. He is sure to be booed every time he touches the ball. The Lakers welcome back Jodie…

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Lakers News: Pau Gasol Out Vs. Rockets, Meeks To Come Off Bench

Yesterday, it was announced that Pau Gasol was questionable for tonight's game against the Houston Rockets. Today, Lakers reporter Mike Trudell made it official, Gasol will not play tonight: Pau Gasol (groin) is out tonight.— Mike Trudell (@LakersReporter) February 19,…

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Lakers Rumors: Jordan Hill Most Likely To Be Moved At Deadline

Jordan Hill has already been the subject of some trade rumors. Though going to the Brooklyn Nets is highly unlikely, Hill could still be headed somewhere else. Bleacher Report's Kevin Ding believes that, of the current Lakers being shopped at…

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