New York Knicks rush to Taylor Swift’s defense after player brands her ‘fakest’ fan
The New York Knicks have defended Taylor Swift after her credentials as a fan were questioned by one of the team’s own players.
Point guard Tyler Kolek sparked a furore Friday when he named Swift as the “fakest celebrity Knicks fan.”
In a statement to the New York Times, a spokesperson for the Knicks said: “Taylor Swift has been a Knicks fan for many years, has a long history with Madison Square Garden, and we are incredibly appreciative of her support of the organization.”
Swift was also defended by fans on social media, who pointed out that the 36-year-old pop superstar has been pictured attending Knicks games as early as 2014.
“That’s crazy, she’s been there before Tyler was even in the team,” one pointed out.
Kolek was streaming the video game NBA 2K League when the 25-year-old athlete was asked to name the “fakest celebrity Knicks fan” alongside his teammate, Miles “Deuce” McBride.
“At the Knicks games, I’d say it’s pretty performative. Because they’re not necessarily fans,” said Kolek. “Maybe Taylor Swift?”
McBride agreed, as Kolek added: “I don’t know if I’ve seen her at any other games.”
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