Facing fierce competition for playing time, Tyler Klecker aims to improve his efficiency in the new season.

New York Knicks point guard Tyler Klecker recently stated in an interview that, given the team's incredibly intense playing time, he hopes to further improve his shooting and overall efficiency in the new season.

In the 2025/26 NBA regular season, Tyler Klecker played 62 games for the New York Knicks, averaging 4.4 points per game with a field goal percentage of 43.5% and a three-point field goal percentage of 38.6%.

In the playoffs, Tyler Klecker participated in 8 games, and the New York Knicks, coached by Mike Brown, ultimately defeated the San Antonio Spurs 4-1 in the Finals to win the championship.

Tyler Klecker, who will be in his third NBA season, said, "I played very well at the beginning of the season. In the second half of the season, I was able to drive to the basket, but I might have been a little too passive. So I need to look for more shooting opportunities and play more aggressively in the paint to open up space in other areas. When the defense collapses, I can find opportunities and pass the ball to my teammates."

“Jalen Brunson is excellent from mid-range, and his ability to finish near the rim is also outstanding. As a relatively short guard, I need to learn from his game in this regard. I must be very efficient in the paint and near the rim to open up space for us in other areas.”

Speaking about the upcoming title defense, 25-year-old Tyler Klecker said, "The first game will definitely feel like a huge celebration, but internally, we have to ignore what the fans think and everything the media will say. Even if we're not considered the favorites to win the championship, the New York Knicks fans will still say we are the champions and should win the championship again."

“We must stay focused. At this stage, we shouldn’t need anyone else to motivate us. We are champions, we know what it takes to win, and we won’t be satisfied with just one championship.”

Regarding the competition in the new season, Tyler Klecker said, "This happens every year in the NBA. After the Oklahoma City Thunder won the championship, all the teams strengthened their rosters and tried to beat them. And after we won the championship, the same thing will happen."

“Every season is pretty much the same; every team is trying to beat the best opponents and compete with the best teams. So they will do everything they can to improve their performance.”

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