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: Pau Gasol Discusses Free Agency Factors

This offseason will be one of the most crucial in the history of the Lakers franchise. With just about everyone on the roster coming off the books, the Lakers will have a number of decisions to make about who will…

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Lakers News: Kobe Says Ankle Still Gets Tight When He Rests

In the fourth quarter of tonight's game against the Phoenix Suns, there was some question about the possibility of Kobe Bryant sitting out the rest of the game as he had what looked to be an icepack on his ankle.…

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VIDEO: Kobe Bryant Throws Down First Dunk Of The Season

Last season, Kobe delivered two of the best dunks of the year against the Brooklyn Nets and Atlanta Hawks even though he was far from the athlete he used to be in his early years. After suffering the torn Achilles,…

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Shootaround Report: Lakers Making Changes Before Taking On Suns

The Lakers were disappointing in their first game with Kobe Bryant back in the lineup. With the starters struggling on Sunday, Coach D'Antoni has decided to insert Shawne Williams and Jodie Meeks back into the starting lineup in order to…

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Lakers News: Staples Center To Have A ‘Black Out’ Against Phoenix

A couple of weeks ago Lakers debuted their 'Hollywood Nights' jerseys in Brooklyn against the Nets. While the Lakers won't be donning those jerseys tonight when they take on the Phoenix Suns, the Staples Center crowd will be participating in…

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Gear Report: Kobe Bryant Has Special Message In Prelude I

Kobe Bryant made his triumphant return on Sunday against the Toronto Raptors. Despite the Lakers loss, Bryant had a solid game totaling nine points, eight assists, and four rebounds. While everyone was focused on his game, and rightfully so, there…

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VIDEO: Nick Young Attempts 720 Layup, Fails Miserably

Last night, Kobe Bryant's return to the Lakers was marred by an ugly Laker performance in a 106-94 loss to the Toronto Raptors. Kobe Bryant gave himself an 'F' grade for his performance and most of the Lakers, especially the…

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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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