Kobe Bryant’s Alleged Mistress Jessica Burciaga a Former Playboy Playmate (Photos)

Anyone who has the ability to give Kobe Bryant a hard time should be applauded in New England.

Right?

Jessica Burciaga, a 2009 Playboy Playmate and current model (as well as a self-proclaimed “Host, Animal Lover, Cook, Hopeless Romantic,” according to her Twitter account) has been tied to Bryant while the Lakers star deals with his divorce with Vanessa Bryant, his wife of 10 years.

While all parties involved deny any wrongdoing, it’s always fun to run with rumors, especially when they involve your rival’s biggest star.

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