The 17th NBA title in Lakers franchise history is still fresh in the minds of their fans, but any public celebration of it in Los Angeles will have to wait.

The Lakers announced Monday that due to safety precautions related to COVID-19, the team will hold off on any type of public celebration of the team's feat.

Source: ESPN News

ANALYSIS: Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the Lakers will hold off on hosting a championship parade celebration, which is a tradition for sports teams in America. That has not stopped fans from gathering together on their own though, as the scene in LA last night was very lively. Lakers fans also crowded around the airport this afternoon, awaiting the return of the team.

It is still to be decided when it will be deemed safe again for the Lakers to host a parade celebrating the franchise's 17th title.