Knicks defend Taylor Swift after Tyler Kolek questions her fandom
The New York Knicks issued a statement defending Taylor Swift after guard Tyler Kolek called her fandom "performative" on a livestream.
The New York Knicks publicly defended Taylor Swift on Friday after player Tyler Kolek questioned whether her support for the team is real, according to NBC News and Fox News.
Fox News reports Kolek made the remarks during an NBA 2K livestream. It says he called Swift's fandom "performative" and named her the fakest celebrity fan. NBC News reports that teammate Miles McBride also questioned her fandom.
The team responded with a statement backing Swift, both outlets report. The reports do not include the wording of the statement.
Fox News reports that Swift's fans have started reacting online.
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- Fox NewsNew York Knicks champion calls out Taylor Swift as the 'fakest fan' from MSG's celebrity rowThu, Nov 5, 9:03 PM EST
- Fox NewsKnicks defend Taylor Swift's fandom after guard Tyler Kolek calls her support 'very performative'Fri, Nov 6, 3:13 PM EST
- NBC NewsTaylor Swift is the ‘fakest’ celeb Knicks fan, players say; team rushes to her defenseFri, Nov 6, 5:01 PM EST
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