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: 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…

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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…

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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…

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Lakers News And Rumors Recap: Jordan Farmar Cleared To Play Today

The Lakers have been decimated by injuries to every player who has even attempted to play point guard this season. While Steve Nash, Steve Blake, and Kobe Bryant are still a ways away from returning, the Lakers got an early…

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Lakers vs. Suns Preview: Lakers Look To Avenge Loss Against Suns

The Lakers have continued their up and down ways since losing Kobe Bryant for six weeks due to a knee injury. An inspiring home win on Friday against the Timberwolves was followed by a thrashing at the hands of the Golden…

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Lakers Nation Roundtable: Should The Lakers Trade Pau Gasol?

Two days ago it was reported that the Lakers, for the time being, have decided not to trade center Pau Gasol. With Gasol struggling to adapt his game to Coach Mike D'Antoni's system, and playing some of the worst, and…

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Throwback Thursday: Jerry Buss Purchases The Lakers In 1979

The best franchises always have great leadership from the ownership position. Whether they are out front for the public to see, or behind the scenes making all of the necessary moves and spending the money needed for success, it is impossible…

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Lakers News: Lakers Did Engage In Trade Talks With Knicks, Rockets

There was speculation everywhere last week that the Lakers were attempting to trade veteran center Pau Gasol, especially after his remarks about his role in Coach D'Antoni's system. While it now is unlikely that the Lakers will move the big…

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Lakers News: Kobe Bryant Hyperextends Knee Against Grizzlies

Anytime Kobe Bryant goes to the ground, the entire Lakers fan base collectively holds their breath. Bryant went down holding his knee in the third quarter after appearing to hyperextend it while attempting to drive around Memphis Grizzlies guard Tony…

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Game Recap: Lakers Hold Off The Grizzlies Down The Stretch

The Lakers end their four game road trip in Memphis against the Grizzlies. The Lakers have struggled so far, going 1-2 in the first three games after their loss last night to the Atlanta Hawks. The Grizzlies will be without…

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