Knicks defend Taylor Swift after players call her 'fakest' fan

Knicks defend Taylor Swift after players call her 'fakest' fan

The New York Knicks said they appreciate Taylor Swift’s long-standing support after two of its guards called her the “fakest” celebrity fan. Earlier in the week, rookie guard Tyler Kolek described Swift’s courtside presence as “performative” during a livestream, prompting the team to issue an apology.

The remarks followed a TikTok video in which Kolek and fellow guard Miles McBride labeled Swift the “fakest” celebrity fan. The Knicks’ statement underscored the organization’s gratitude for Swift’s repeated attendance at games, while the players’ comments sparked a brief controversy that the franchise moved quickly to address.

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6 novembre 2026
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Knicks 'appreciative' of Taylor Swift after Kolek, McBride question fandom
Knicks 'appreciative' of Taylor Swift after Kolek, McBride question fandom

TSN • 06 nov. 22h45

The New York Knicks organization said it appreciates Taylor Swift’s long-time support after two players suggested she was a performative courtside guest.

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Taylor Swift is the ‘fakest’ celeb Knicks fan, players say; team rushes to her defense
Taylor Swift is the ‘fakest’ celeb Knicks fan, players say; team rushes to her defense

NBC News • 06 nov. 22h01

The New York Knicks organization responded to comments by players Tyler Kolek and Miles McBride that suggested Taylor Swift was not a genuine supporter, emphasizing her long-standing ties to the team and Madison Square Garden.

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Bad blood? Knicks issue statement after Tyler Kolek calls Taylor Swift 'performative'
Bad blood? Knicks issue statement after Tyler Kolek calls Taylor Swift 'performative'

Sportsnet.ca • 06 nov. 19h55

The New York Knicks issued a statement apologizing after rookie Tyler Kolek described Taylor Swift’s support as performative during a livestream.

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Taylor Swift Called the ‘Fakest’ New York Knicks Fan by 2 of Team’s Players: ‘It’s a Little Performative’
Taylor Swift Called the ‘Fakest’ New York Knicks Fan by 2 of Team’s Players: ‘It’s a Little Performative’

Yahoo • 06 nov. 16h48

New York Knicks point guards Tyler Kolek and Miles "Deuce" McBride said Taylor Swift appears to attend games mainly for publicity, calling her a "fake" fan during a livestream.

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Taylor Swift Named 'Fakest' Celebrity Knicks Fan by Tyler Kolek, Deuce McBride in Trending Video
Taylor Swift Named 'Fakest' Celebrity Knicks Fan by Tyler Kolek, Deuce McBride in Trending Video

Bleacher Report • 06 nov. 15h24

Knicks guards Tyler Kolek and Miles McBride labeled pop star Taylor Swift as the "fakest" celebrity Knicks fan in a TikTok clip, prompting a response from the team acknowledging her long-time support.

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Knicks Star Tyler Kolek Slams Taylor Swift For Being a 'Performative' Fan
Knicks Star Tyler Kolek Slams Taylor Swift For Being a 'Performative' Fan

TMZ • 06 nov. 13h44

During a livestream interview, Knicks guard Tyler Kolek suggested Taylor Swift may be the most insincere celebrity supporter, prompting a team spokesperson to reaffirm her long-standing fandom.

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Taylor Swift slammed as 'fakest' New York Knicks fan by team player Tyler Kolek
Taylor Swift slammed as 'fakest' New York Knicks fan by team player Tyler Kolek

Page Six • 06 nov. 13h01

Knicks point guard Tyler Kolek suggested on a TikTok livestream that Taylor Swift's support for the team is largely performative, prompting a response from the organization.

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