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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NBA News: Paul George Says He Will Sign Extension With Pacers

Everything the Lakers have done this offseason has been done with the belief that the 2014 offseason will bring some new star talent to elevate the team back to prominence. Unfortunately for the Lakers, one of the youngest and brightest,…

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Video: Kobe Bryant’s Top 10 Plays From 2008-2009 Season

We continue the look back at Kobe's top plays thanks to the NBA's official Youtube channel. The 2009 season was one of Kobe's finest and culminated in him winning his fourth NBA championship, and first without Shaquille O'Neal, proving that…

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Lakers News: Lakers Unveil New ‘Hollywood Nights’ Uniforms

The purple and gold has been a staple of the Los Angeles Lakers since the team has been in Los Angeles. It is a unique color scheme that no franchise has tried to emulate. In the last few years however,…

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Steve Blake: Chris Kaman More Dynamic On Pick And Roll Than Dwight

Last season was Steve Blake's finest season as a Laker. With both Kobe Bryant and Steve Nash out down the stretch of the season Blake took over the scoring and playmaking duties for the Lakers including a monster 24-point, seven…

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Lakers 2013-14 Preseason Player Profiles: Robert Sacre

Robert Sacre Center 2nd Year PPG: 1.3 RPG: 1.1 APG: 0.2 SPG: 0.0 BPG: 0.3 FG%: .375 3P%: .000 FT%: .636 TS%: .407 EFG%: .375 PER: 3.4 USG%: 13.8% ORTG: 83 DRTG: 108 OR%: 5.0% DR%: 13.2% TR%: 9.2% Last Season…

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Lakers Nation Reacts: Which Jackson Lakers Championship Was Best

Phil Jackson is the greatest winner in the history of the NBA. With the highest winning percentage as a coach and more championships than anyone else it is hard for anyone to argue that point. Today Phil Jackson celebrated his…

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Gear Report: First Look At Latest Kobe Bryant Signature Shoes

Kobe Bryant is always one to keep his fans happy with consistent releases of new shoe lines. Kobe is one of the most popular players in the NBA, and his shoe sales prove that as his Nike collection consistently ranks…

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Kobe Bryant ‘Progressing Well’ But Not Likely To Play Preseason

Kobe Bryant has already 'shattered' the recovery timetable for an Achilles tear. Most fans are looking forward to the moment The Mamba steps back on the court for the Lakers, but that time is still unknown. Lakers spokesman, John Black,…

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Lakers News: James Worthy Asks If Kobe Bryant Can ‘Step Back’

Kobe Bryant's return from the Achilles tendon tear will obviously be one of the biggest stories this season for the Lakers, and how he plays when he returns will have a lot to do with how the team will perform…

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Lakers Nation Wishes Elgin Baylor A Happy 79th Birthday

Elgin Baylor is one of the greatest Lakers and greatest players period in the history of the NBA, and today he turns 79 years old. Baylor is a Hall of Famer, averaging 27.4 points and 13.5 rebounds throughout his illustrious…

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