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Knicks defend Taylor Swift after player criticism
First reported Nov 6, 5:01 PM ET · Latest Nov 7, 5:09 AM ET · Explainer updated Nov 6, 7:30 PM ET
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Where things stand
The New York Knicks issued a statement defending pop star Taylor Swift after two players publicly called her a “fake” or “fair‑weather” fan, reports say.
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Timeline
What changed: Players Tyler Kolek and Miles McBride said Swift’s courtside appearances were “performative” and questioned whether she truly supports the team.
Every report, newest first
- Knicks defend Taylor Swift after players name her 'fakest celebrity fan' — BBC News
The pop superstar's appearances at NBA games were deemed "a little performative" by New York Knicks point guards Tyler Kolek and Miles McBride.
- Bad blood? Knicks defend Taylor Swift after players accuse her of being ‘fake fan’ — The Guardian
Kolek calls singer’s courtside appearances ‘performative’ McBride agrees as teammates question celebrity fandom Knicks give statement saying Swift is longtime supporter Taylor Swift’s love story with the New York Knicks caught an unexpected stray after two…
- Taylor Swift is the ‘fakest’ celeb Knicks fan, players say; team rushes to her defense — NBC News
The New York Knicks rushed to Taylor Swift’s defense Friday after players Tyler Kolek and Miles McBride questioned the singer’s fandom.
Questions
- It is not known how Swift will respond to the criticism or whether the dispute will affect her future attendance at games. Open
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The comments came from members of the Knicks roster who suggested Swift’s enthusiasm was only for show, prompting the organization to publicly affirm that she has been a longtime supporter.
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