Knicks Organization Backs Taylor Swift After Players Question Fandom

The New York Knicks organization has publicly defended Taylor Swift after two of its players, Tyler Kolek and Deuce McBride, characterized her support for the team as "performative." A spokesperson for the Knicks stated that Swift "has been a Knicks fan for many years," pushing back against the players' dismissive remarks.

The controversy began when Tyler Kolek, in response to a question on TikTok Live about the "fakest" celebrity fan, named Taylor Swift. He further elaborated to teammate Deuce McBride that her presence at games might be "performative." These comments, made during the team's championship run, prompted the organization to issue a statement affirming Swift's long-standing allegiance to the Knicks.

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