Knicks guard walks back comment about Taylor Swift being fake fan after Swifties, including his wife, attack

Knicks guard Tyler Kolek faced significant backlash for labeling Taylor Swift as the “fakest” celebrity courtside fan. Both Swifties and the New York Knicks organization publicly distanced themselves from his comments. Under pressure, Kolek apologized, stating he was mistaken about Swift’s long-standing support for the team and enjoyed her music.

• Knicks guard Tyler Kolek called Taylor Swift the “fakest” celebrity fan courtside.
• He faced immediate backlash from Swifties and the Knicks organization.
• The Knicks issued a statement affirming Swift’s long history as a fan.
• Kolek walked back his comments, apologizing and stating he loves her music.
• He admitted he wasn’t up-to-date on Swift’s history with the Knicks.
• The author contrasts this with Kylie Jenner’s support for the Knicks, whom they consider a more genuine fan.