Knicks defend Taylor Swift after players question authenticity of fandom

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New York Knicks players Tyler Kolek and Deuce McBride characterized Taylor Swift's support for the team as "performative" during a livestream, prompting the organization to issue a statement defending the pop star's fandom. The team felt compelled to respond to the players' dismissive comments about Swift's attendance and engagement with the franchise.
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Knicks defend Taylor Swift's fandom after guard Tyler Kolek calls her support 'very performative' (opens Fox News in a new tab)
Tyler Kolek called Taylor Swift's Knicks fandom "performative" on a livestream, prompting the team to issue a statement defending the pop star's support.
Knicks defend Taylor Swift after Tyler Kolek, Deuce McBride characterize her fandom as 'performative' (opens CBS Sports in a new tab)
The organization was compelled to respond after two Knicks players were dismissive of Swift's fandom


