(AP) Chapman Acquisition hits Snag.
Kobe Bryant is allegedly furious over the Los Angeles Lakers decision to acquire Duane "Dog" Chapman and his wife Beth to play power forward for the team. Sources say Bryant felt he should have been told in person by Jerry Buss of the Lakers plans, and been chauffered by limosene to the hotel where Dog was staying so that he could be the main part of the press conference.
The sources say with Dogs show "Dog the Bounty Hunter" drawing ratings on par with the Lakers, Bryant is very threatened by Dog, and that he feels his position as the Lakers #1 entertainment draw is in peril. "Dog has a very dramatic show and nature, and Kobe is concerned." Bryant asked for an immediate trade, then renigged, then again asked for a trade.
Mitch Kupcake has issued the following statement. "The Lakers wish to let their fans know that Kobe remains the main focus of our team. We rely on him for drama both now and into the future."
Bryant denied all reports, however his agent says his client has not changed his stance.