What happened: On the latest ZL Show Finals preview, Zach Lowe described a personal "180" on how he views "bandwagon" or "fair weather" fans, saying he speaks from experience. The remarks framed a broader Finals preview episode rather than reporting on-court news. The segment ties into a companion piece on guiding newcomer Knicks fans shared in the same conversation thread.

Why it matters: The take lands as the NBA Finals draw in casual and first-time viewers, a recurring flashpoint for debates over fan authenticity. For a market like New York, where the Knicks have pulled in a wave of new and returning followers, the question of who counts as a "real" fan carries extra charge.

What to watch: Watch whether the full ZL Show Finals preview expands the fandom discussion and how Knicks supporters react to the bandwagon framing.