- Kendra Randle’s playful jibe led to Julius’s incredulous response
- Before Swift, Kelce was recognized as one of the NFL’s top tight ends
- Kelce’s association with Swift brings a new layer of stardom
New York Knicks power forward Julius Randle found himself in a comical predicament thanks to a cheeky prank orchestrated by his wife, Kendra. The playful jest revolved around the notion that pop superstar Taylor Swift was responsible for putting NFL’s Travis Kelce “on the map.” Kendra mockingly suggested that prior to Swift, Kelce was virtually unknown, leading Julius to an animated and flabbergasted rebuttal.
“You filming right now? No one knew who Travis Kelce was? Are you f—ing crazy?”
Julius Randle's wife, Kendra, tried to prank him by saying Taylor Swift put Travis Kelce on the map and Julius WASN'T having it 🤣
(via kendrarandle_/IGS) https://t.co/U8VeCpRB50
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) September 27, 2023
While many recognize Travis Kelce for his impressive football accolades, including his eight Pro Bowl appearances, four All-Pro recognitions, and two Super Bowl victories, the jest was a nod to a trending social media joke. Fans of Swift have been teasing their football-loving counterparts by underselling Kelce’s fame, saying Swift’s rumored romance with him skyrocketed his recognition.
Julius was quick to defend Kelce’s achievements that span beyond football, even mentioning his stint with a TV show on E. But Kendra’s prank had a twinge of truth. While Travis Kelce was certainly not an unknown name in the world of sports, his rumored relationship with Taylor Swift, a global pop sensation, did elevate his social media presence. The powerhouse singer, with a following that dwarfs Kelce’s, played a role in him gaining nearly 300,000 new Instagram followers.
Such associations never go unnoticed. When Swift was spotted at Arrowhead Stadium, it coincided with a significant viewership spike. Yet, for fans like Julius Randle, Travis Kelce’s fame and skill on the field have always been undeniable.
Austin Reaves Debunks Taylor Swift Dating Rumors
In the high-energy world of Los Angeles basketball, the line between stardom on the court and celebrity off it can blur. Austin Reaves, the young standout from the Los Angeles Lakers, recently found himself ensnared in the whirlwind of Hollywood rumors. Fresh from his breakout season with the Lakers and securing a maximum contract extension, Reaves faced speculation connecting him romantically to global pop sensation Taylor Swift.
Swift’s relationships have always garnered considerable media attention, making any rumored liaison headline-worthy. However, Reaves swiftly and assertively squashed the hearsay. Speaking on the ‘All The Smoke’ podcast, he stated, “I have never met her, I’ve never talked to her. All bullsh*t. I ain’t never talked to her.” He further clarified a specific rumor that they were spotted at a bar in Arkansas, labeling it outright false.”
Austin Reaves says he never dated Taylor Swift:
“I have never met her, never talked to her … all bullsh*t, I ain’t never talked to her”
via @shobasketball All The Smokepic.twitter.com/mFRNPB9dAT
— NBA Retweet (@RTNBA) July 21, 2023
While dating Swift, who boasts a net worth of $740 million, would certainly be headline-making, Reaves seems keen on distancing himself from baseless chatter. Instead, his focus appears to be squarely on his rising basketball career. Last season, he averaged an impressive 13.0 points per game, which spiked to 16.9 in the playoffs. As the next NBA season beckons, Reaves likely aims to make news for his on-court prowess rather than off-court speculations.
Stephen A. Smith Raves About Taylor Swift After $20,000 Concert Experience
One wouldn’t typically peg NBA media icon Stephen A. Smith as a die-hard Taylor Swift fan, but recent revelations suggest otherwise. In a surprising twist, Smith not only admitted to attending a Taylor Swift concert, but he also lavished her performance with high praise, dubbing her “the greatest.”
Smith shared on his podcast that he shelled out a whopping $20,000 on concert tickets for his two daughters and their friends. That’s $2,000 per ticket, signaling the concert’s high demand and Swift’s unparalleled stardom. But the intrigue didn’t stop there. Smith didn’t just buy the tickets and send his kids on their way; he joined them, immersing himself in the Swift concert experience firsthand.
What came next was a candid and enthusiastic endorsement: “That was the best concert I’ve ever been to in my life,” Smith proclaimed, adding that the experience was “off the chain.” He found himself genuinely “jamming to Taylor Swift” and was so impressed that he’d willingly pay to witness her perform live again.
Folks…this may surprise you…from me…but Taylor Swift is the greatest… pic.twitter.com/LPWqxHg8tu
— Stephen A Smith (@stephenasmith) August 18, 2023
This glowing review underscores the massive success of Swift’s Eras Tour, predicted to pull in a record-breaking $2.2 billion. Smith’s unexpected endorsement highlights that Swift’s appeal transcends typical boundaries, capturing the attention of even those in the NBA circles.
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