Taylor Swift gives Travis Kelce Gum the court during the Knicks-Cavs playoff game

Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce are hoping the Cleveland Cavaliers avoid a heartbreaking playoff loss and an ensuing “cruel summer”… taking the court for Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals.

The pop star and her NFL fiancé headed to Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio, to cheer on Travis’ basketball team as they try to recover from a 2-0 series deficit against the New York Knicks.

In a particularly sweet moment, Swift slipped Kelce a stick of gum…gotta keep that breath fresh and minty, boy.

The two seemed to be having fun… discussing something Taylor had pointed out from across the court.

Taylor and Travis’ entrance attracted attention…people pointed at him as the two megastars headed to their seats – surrounded by security.

Kelce – always a man of the people – excited the crowd before taking their seats.

As you know… Travis is originally from Cleveland Heights – an eastern suburb of Cleveland – and he regularly supports his hometown teams like the Cavs and Cleveland Guardians.

The two – who were seen having dinner in New York last night – fast approaching their wedding date…with Taylor herself make personal calls to A-List guests to give them the 411 on the event.

The Knicks lead the Cavs at the end of the first quarter… we’ll have to wait and see if these stars can motivate the team to come back!