Taylor Swift made a fashion statement at the NBA Finals Game 4, wearing a custom ‘Stevie Knicks’ T-shirt while supporting the New York Knicks. Alana Haim. Known for her creative custom designs. Reportedly made the shirt along with punny variations for her sister Este Haim and Swift’s friend Mariska Hargitay — the shirts read ‘Knickelback’ and ‘Knickole Kidman’ and even Hargitay swapped into one midway through the game.

A Pop-Culture Twist on Knicks Merch

The trio’s fashion choices brought a pop-culture twist to Madison Square Garden’s Celebrity Row — Alana Haim’s ‘Stevie Knicks’ shirt was inspired by the band Nickelback and actress Nicole Kidman, while Este Haim’s ‘Knickole Kidman’ referenced the actress. Nicole Kidman herself showed support. Sharing a clip of the trio on Instagram with the message, “Right there with you girls!”.

Alana Haim’s rep confirmed to The Cut that she handcrafted the shirts using $2.99 Gildan tees purchased at Michael’s. She shared a behind-the-scenes look of the printing process on Instagram. While the original shirts are unlikely to be sold online, copycat versions have already appeared on sites like Etsy and Tee Public.

A Night to Remember for the Knicks

The fashion moment was overshadowed by the Knicks’ thrilling comeback in Game 4. Down by 29 points, the team fought back and, thanks to a last-minute basket by forward OG Anunoby, brought the score within one with just over a minute left. The Knicks lost 106 to 107, but the game is remembered as one of the most dramatic of the series.

Other celebrities at the game included Kylie Jenner, Timothée Chalamet, and David Zaslav, who wore $1,200 Tom Ford sneakers. Danielle Haim, Alana’s sister, also attended the game wearing a custom ‘Knickolas Cage’ shirt. Later, singer Sombr was seen leaving a bar in a matching version of Alana’s design.

More Than a Fashion Statement

Alana Haim’s custom merch has a track record of going viral, including her ‘Team Ciara’ design. The ‘Stevie Knicks’ shirts, while not officially sold, have already inspired online versions. According to Variety, the Knicks’ Celebrity Row has become a de facto fashion show this season, with stars like Chalamet and Jenner making bold style choices.

The trend highlights how celebrity culture and sports intersect. The shirts have sparked a wave of interest online, with fans eager to recreate the look. Whether or not they can be purchased online, the ‘Stevie Knicks’ shirt has already become a must-have for fans of both Swift and the Knicks.