Nicole Kidman Reacts to Taylor Swift and Haim Sisters’ Knicks T-Shirt Shoutout

Nicole Kidman expressed her admiration for the custom Knicks shirts worn by Taylor Swift and the Haim sisters during Game 4 of the NBA Finals, which led to a wave of fan excitement and merchandise.

Nicole Kidman has shared her thoughts on a T-shirt worn by Taylor Swift at the NBA Finals, describing it as nearly magical. The singer, along with Alana Haim and Este Haim, attended Game 4 in New York City, sporting New York Knicks shirts filled with clever puns. Este Haim's shirt featured the name 'Knickole Kidman,' prompting Kidman to respond on her Instagram Stories with enthusiasm, saying, 'Right there with you girls!' This was accompanied by a video of the trio dancing to Cyndi Lauper's 'Girls Just Want to Have Fun,' where Kidman added, 'My girls! I just wanna have fun!'

The excitement surrounding the shirts was palpable, especially following the June 10 basketball game where the Knicks staged a comeback to defeat the San Antonio Spurs. By the end of the game, numerous replicas of the T-shirts were available for fans to purchase.

Alana Haim explained the creation of the shirts, revealing that she made them at home after Taylor came up with the idea. In an interview with Vogue published on June 11, Alana recalled receiving a text from Taylor that was a dream come true for her as an amateur screen printer. Taylor had expressed her desire to wear a custom shirt to the game, which made Alana ecstatic.

In addition to the Haim sisters, Mariska Hargitay, known for her role on Law & Order: SVU, joined them at the game, sporting one of the custom shirts as well. Alana mentioned that it was Taylor's idea to bring extras to share with friends. She praised Mariska, saying, 'She’s such an amazing human being, and I’m such a big fan of her, so the fact that she also wanted to wear one of my shirts was insane.' The camaraderie among them grew stronger as the game progressed, with Alana noting that she had never hugged someone more than during that match. She reflected on the game's excitement, stating, 'It was such an incredible game, so I was really happy that we had brought extras.'

As fans look forward to Game 5 of the NBA Finals on June 13, there is a keen interest in the celebrity supporters of the New York Knicks.

Several celebrities have shown their support for the Knicks over the years. Timothée Chalamet has expressed his deep connection to the team, citing his grandmother's influence, and claimed, 'If you live in New York, you are a Knicks fan.' Kylie Jenner has also been seen courtside cheering on the Knicks alongside Chalamet, her partner since 2023.

Ben Stiller, who has a long-standing relationship with the team, once stated that he would prefer the Knicks to win a championship over winning an Oscar, saying, 'I really think, at the end of the day, if I knew that I had the choice, I would give it to the Knicks.' Spike Lee, a notorious Knicks fan, expressed confidence in the team's roster for the 2025-2026 season, dismissing rival teams.

Tracy Morgan has also declared his allegiance, identifying himself as the biggest Knicks supporter after Spike. Rapper Fat Joe reflected on the team's struggles over the decades, stating, 'It’s time. We paid our dues,' just hours before the Knicks confirmed their finals appearance.

Other notable fans include Pete Davidson, Chris Rock, Larry David, and JB Smoove, all of whom have been seen cheering for the Knicks at games. Jordyn Woods, engaged to the team's center Karl-Anthony Towns, along with Cardi B, who debuted her relationship with former Patriots player Stefon Diggs at a Knicks game, have also shown their support.

Anne Hathaway made headlines by wearing Knicks colors during an appearance on The Tonight Show, sharing her love for the team. Jimmy Fallon, who often attends games with his daughter, and Michael J. Fox, who has been a loyal supporter, are also among the famous faces cheering for the Knicks. Jon Stewart, calling himself a 'ride or die' fan, continues to support the team through thick and thin, while singer Maggie Rogers has documented her enthusiasm for the Knicks.