Taylor Swift called the 'fakest' celebrity fan by Knicks player - USA Today

During a TikTok stream where the pair were playing NBA 2K, New York Knicks guards Tyler Kolek and Miles “Deuce” McBride were asked a question: who was the 'fakest' celebrity fan they encountered during the Knicks’ championship run? Kolek didn't hesitate to name a major celebrity.

Kolek promptly named pop superstar Taylor Swift, who made headlines for her courtside appearance at Game 4 of the Knicks’ series against the San Antonio Spurs on June 10, 2026, at Madison Square Garden. Swift was spotted in a custom blue-and-orange T-shirt with the pun “Stevie Knicks,” accompanied by her longtime friends Mariska Hargitay, Alana Haim, and Este Haim.

"I don't know if I've seen her at any other games… It's a little performative," Kolek said during the live stream.

McBride, laughing, agreed with Kolek's assessment but was quick to warn his teammate: "I would agree. The Swifties aren’t going to like that answer."

Saving himself from the potential backlash, Kolek quickly clarified his remarks. He suggested that her busy schedule might simply prevent her from attending more often.

McBride teased Kolek for trying to backtrack and from the wrath of Swift’s loyal fanbase.

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