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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Austin Reaves: Lakers’ Game-Winning Play Against Warriors Was Meant For LeBron James

With Anthony Davis spraining his ankle, the pressure was on LeBron James and Austin Reaves to carry the Los Angeles Lakers to a Christmas Day win over the Golden State Warriors. Things seemed to be in hand until Stephen Curry…

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This Day In Lakers History: Ron Harper Provides Unexpected Boost In Win Over Mavericks

Back during the early 2000s championship runs of the Los Angeles Lakers, everything, rightfully so, revolved around...

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Lakers Rumors: Willing To Trade First-Round Picks For Short & Long-Term Pieces

The Los Angeles Lakers picked up an impressive victory on the road on Christmas Day, taking down the Golden State Warriors despite losing Anthony Davis in the first quarter to injury. The win showed some of the potential that exists…

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Stephen Curry Addresses Possibility Of Teaming Up With Lakers’ LeBron James In NBA

The rivalry between Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James and Golden State Warriors legend Stephen Curry has been going on for nearly a decade. And now another chapter is set to take place when the Lakers and Warriors square off…

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This Day In Lakers History: Phil Jackson Becomes Fastest Coach To Win 1,000 Games

When it comes to great Los Angeles Lakers coaches, the two who are always brought up first are Phil Jackson and...

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Lakers News: LeBron James Not Taking Matchups With Stephen Curry For Granted

The Los Angeles Lakers won't have much time to dwell on their loss to the Detroit Pistons as they must turn right around to take on the Golden State Warriors on Christmas Day. Of course, that means another meeting between…

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Max Christie Discusses Preparation As Lakers’ Primary Defensive Stopper

JJ Redick recently made the decision to insert third-year guard Max Christie into the Los Angeles Lakers' starting lineup in the role of defensive stopper, and the results have been solid so far. Despite facing off with the likes of…

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Lakers News: JJ Redick Explains Why He Went With Small-Ball Lineup Vs. Pistons

The Los Angeles Lakers saw their three-game win streak come to an end at the hands of the Detroit Pistons on Monday night. Head coach JJ Redick has continued to tinker with his rotation and with both of his backup…

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Lakers Trade Rumors: Still Being Linked To Jonas Valanciunas, Robert Williams III & Walker Kessler

The Los Angeles Lakers continue to scour the trade market in hopes of finding pieces that can help this team inch closer towards being a true contender. A center has been a known target for Rob Pelinka and the front…

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Lakers News: Magic Johnson Offers Condolences Following Death Of Rickey Henderson

While Magic Johnson was transforming the Los Angeles Lakers franchise in the 1980s, a young Rickey Henderson was doing the same throughout Major League Baseball. Like Magic, Henderson was one of the greatest players to ever play his sport and…

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