Updated: October 11, 2012, 6:48 am ET

Kobe Bryant says he’ll be calling A-Rod

By HOOPSWORLD
Basketball News & NBA Rumors

by Reid Cherner, USA TODAY

Kobe Bryant roots for the Yankees but he roots even more for Alex Rodriguez.

Arash Markazi of ESPN tweets that last night’s extra-inning victory against Baltimore didn’t sit well with the Lakers superstar. (Thanks to Kurt Helin of Pro Basketball Report for the batting tip)

Kobe, a Yankee fan, didn’t crack a smile when told of the Yankees finish tonight. He considers A-Rod a good friend.

Kobe on the Yankees finish: “I don’t like that. That’s not good for the chemistry of the team. I’m going to have to call A-Rod.”

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