Knicks actually issue statement defending Taylor Swift’s credentials as a fan

The New York Knicks have officially issued a statement defending Taylor Swift's loyalty as a team fan, according to The Athletic. The team's response followed comments made by reserve guard Tyler Kolek during an NBA2K stream with teammate Miles McBride, where Kolek described Swift as the franchise's "fakest" celebrity supporter and called her reactions "a little performative."

A Knicks spokesperson stated that Swift has supported the franchise for many years, highlighting her long history with Madison Square Garden. Swift previously attended Game 4 of the NBA Finals courtside alongside actress Mariska Hargitay, and the video clip of the players' discussion has since been removed from TikTok.