In an unexpected twist this year, Timothée Chalamet chose the thrill of the basketball court over the glitz of the Met Gala. Fans spotted him sitting courtside, passionately cheering on his beloved New York Knicks as they faced off against the Philadelphia 76ers in the playoffs. His audience was far from the star-studded crowd of the Met Gala, with his partner, Kylie Jenner, walking the red carpet solo instead.
This isn’t Chalamet’s first time prioritizing basketball over fashion—he made headlines last year for a similar choice. For an NBA fan, nothing compares to the live action of a playoff game, especially with his favorite team playing at Madison Square Garden. Perhaps in the world of glitzy events, a home court advantage simply reigns supreme!
With the Knicks hosting, it’s no surprise Chalamet took the slam dunk option. Sometimes, the loud roars of passionate sports fans and the thrill of a game trump even the most glamorous outfits, and this Hollywood star demonstrates just that. Who can blame him for trading sequins for sweatbands?
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