The commentator predicted unprecedented complications for local attendees attempting to navigate Midtown Manhattan.
"You don't understand what Monday is going to be like in New York City," Smith said.
Smith concluded that the city is completely unprepared for the logistical pressure arriving at the start of the week.
"There is nothing short of madness that is coming the way of everybody come Monday," Smith said.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani confirmed he will also attend Monday's game, noting he purchased his own tickets and will sit in the standard upper levels of the arena.
"I will be in a very different section of the stadium," Mamdani said, downplaying any political friction regarding the president's presence.
The mayor welcomed all fans celebrating the basketball team's potential historic milestone.
"I think we look forward to welcoming any New Yorker who is excited for the Knicks to have that chance to win that championship," Mamdani said.
In response to the complaints, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver defended the implementation of the massive security apparatus for the event.
"There should be extra security for the president of the United States to be at a game," Silver said.
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The New York Knicks currently hold a 2-0 lead over the San Antonio Spurs in the best-of-seven series as they pursue their first NBA championship since 1973.
