Knicks guards Kolek, McBride call Taylor Swift 'fakest' celebrity fan

Knicks are 4-4 after a 135-105 win over Chicago

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What happened: Knicks guards Tyler Kolek and Deuce McBride named Taylor Swift the "fakest Knicks celebrity fan" and called her attendance "a little performative," per the NBA 2K League.

Why it matters: New York sits seventh in the standings at 4-4 through 8 games in 2026-27, and the comments are the only thing here about Swift's attendance.

By the numbers: Kolek is averaging 2.5 points, 1.3 rebounds and 5.2 assists in 2026-27 through 6 games. The Knicks beat the Bulls 135-105 on Nov. 4.

What to watch: New York carries a two-game winning streak into its next game.

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@BleacherReport Nov 06, 2026 · 15:43 UTC

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Knicks guards Kolek, McBride call Taylor Swift 'fakest' celebrity fan

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