- The Washington Times - Monday, June 5, 2017

Kobe Bryant and Jalen Rose have always had a bit of a history. Rose injured Bryant’s ankle in the 2000 NBA Finals and Bryant got his revenge years later, dropping 81 points on Rose and the Toronto Raptors in 2006. 

In a new commercial, Bryant and Rose poke fun at their history.

After running into Bryant at restaurant, Rose cringes before stopping to talk to him. Bryant then proceeds to order a vodka martini with “81” olives. 

In true Bryant fashion, he then stares down Rose before saying he’s “just joking.” 

• Matthew Paras can be reached at mparas@washingtontimes.com.

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