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Taylor Swift slammed as 'fakest' New York Knicks fan by team player Tyler Kolek
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Key Points:
- New York Knicks player Tyler Kolek criticized Taylor Swift as a "performative" fan during an NBA 2K TikTok livestream, noting she has only been seen at one Knicks game, the NBA Finals Game 4 in June.
- Kolek and teammate Deuce McBride suggested Swift's appearances seem more about being seen than genuine fandom, while praising other celebrities like Ben Stiller and Tracy Morgan as true Knicks supporters.
- The Knicks organization defended Swift, stating she has been a fan for many years with a strong connection to Madison Square Garden and expressing appreciation for her support.
- Swift faced backlash over the summer for sitting courtside during the Knicks' NBA Finals run, with some celebrities like Hank Azaria and Charlamagne Tha God criticizing her presence at sporting events.
- Despite the controversy, Swift maintains a high profile in sports circles, recently attending an NBA date night with fiancé Travis Kelce, though she did not publicly support either team at that event.
