With a laugh, Joe Bryant says that to be back in the country where the city he named his son for is located is like a spiritual homecoming.
"You know, his name comes from the city of Kobe, so it's a perfect fit," Bryant said.
The father of Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant and head coach of the Tokyo Apache in Japan's new bj-league, says his superstar son is excited about the league and Dad's new job.
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