Este Haim Reveals Magical Game 4 Experience with Taylor Swift at Knicks Historic NBA Finals Comeback

Este Haim said she, her sister Alana Haim and pop star Taylor Swift were surprised by the attention their matching blue and orange shirts received at Game 4 of the 2026 NBA Finals on June 10 at Madison Square Garden. The game, which ended 107‑106 in favor of the New York Knicks, featured the largest comeback in NBA Finals history when the Knicks erased a 29‑point deficit in the third quarter to win the series‑leading game.

During a Tuesday interview with Variety, Haim described the night as “magical.” She said the three of them had been invited by Swift to sit courtside, a first for the singer. Haim noted that she had expected a simple outing but was taken aback by the crowd’s reaction to the shirts. The shirts were blue with orange accents and carried Knicks‑themed puns: Swift’s read “Stevie Knicks,” a nod to the Fleetwood Mac singer; Haim’s read “Knickole Kidman,” referencing actress Nicole Kidman; and Alana’s read “Knickelback,” a play on the Canadian rock band Nickelback.

The trio were courtside with actress Mariska Hargitay, a close friend of Knicks guard Jalen Brunson. Haim said she had never sat courtside before and that the Garden’s roar was “amazing.” After the game, the group was seen jumping in the back hallways of the arena with the Knicks’ Seventh Ave Squad, the team’s entertainment crew.

Game 4 was the first time the Knicks had won a Finals game in 53 years. The series, which began on June 3, had the Knicks leading 2‑1 after a 107‑106 victory in Game 3. The comeback in Game 4 moved the Knicks one win away from a championship, a milestone that had eluded the franchise since 1973.

The event was broadcast nationally on ABC, the exclusive broadcaster of the 2026 Finals. The game’s final score and the Knicks’ historic comeback were widely reported in sports media and highlighted the intensity of the series.

Haim also mentioned that the night was part of a larger celebration. She was attending the Los Angeles premiere of her film “Voicemails for Isabelle” on Netflix, where she was interviewed by Variety. She said the NBA game was a “fun” side event and that she had not anticipated the level of attention the shirts would attract.

In addition to the game, the night was notable for other celebrity appearances. Taylor Swift’s presence was amplified by reports that she and her fiancé, Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, plan to marry at Madison Square Garden on July 3. The couple reportedly paid nearly $3 million to rent the arena for three days, a figure reported by multiple outlets.

The Knicks’ victory in Game 4 also underscored the team’s recent resurgence. Since signing guard Jalen Brunson in 2022, the franchise has added key players such as OG Anunoby, Mikal Bridges, and Karl‑Anthony Towns. The 2026 Finals marked the first championship for the Knicks in the modern era.

The combination of a historic sports moment, celebrity attendance, and distinctive fan apparel made Game 4 a memorable event for both the Knicks and the broader entertainment community. Haim’s comments, shared with Variety, provide a firsthand look at how the game’s atmosphere and the presence of high‑profile fans intersected during a pivotal moment in NBA history.

The Knicks now face Game 5 at Madison Square Garden on June 16, with the series tied 2‑2. The outcome will determine whether the Knicks secure their third NBA title.