That’s according to three-time NBA champion Byron Scott, who is excited about the prospect of Leonard heading to his former team.

News broke on Friday that Leonard had reportedly made it clear to the San Antonio Spurs that he wants to be traded this summer.

It comes as a huge blow to the Spurs, who are the only team who can offer the 26-year-old a five-year extension worth $219million.

But if he tries to push through a move elsewhere this summer then the most he could be offered would be almost $40m cheaper at $183m.

The report from ESPN indicates the Lakers are his favoured destination with Leonard keen to return to his hometown city.