A West Coast rap icon wants Warriors star Klay Thompson to bring his skills to Los Angeles.

During an interview on “The Stephen A. Smith Show,” Snoop Dogg expressed his hope that the four-time NBA champion, who is set to become a free agent next month, will sign with the Los Angeles Lakers this summer.

“I’m hopeful that we can get us a Klay Thompson,” Snoop Dogg told Smith. “His dad is Mychal, he works for the Lakers, it’s an easy transit down the road.”

Despite reports linking the Warriors veteran to the Orlando Magic, Golden State general manager Mike Dunleavy has stated the franchise’s intent to retain Thompson, who Dunleavy says shares a “mutual” desire to stay in the Bay Area.

Thompson, who was moved to a bench role in February, averaged 17.9 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 2.3 assists during his 11th NBA season. Snoop Dogg believes this indicates the 34-year-old guard is no longer a key player in coach Steve Kerr’s system.

“I mean, he doesn’t fit with them anymore,” Snoop Dogg added. “They’re trying to minimize him. He needs to be on a team where he is wide open, and we love getting him that look.

“Right now, he’s fighting to get the ball. And that’s not what he does.”

If Thompson were to sign a contract extension with the Warriors this summer, Coach Kerr would likely use him as a key role player. Whether Thompson is amenable to that role for the upcoming season remains a separate discussion.

However, according to Snoop Dogg, Thompson wouldn’t face that issue in Los Angeles.

Additionally, Thompson will be one of the most decorated players in this year’s free agency market, and the legendary rapper is a well-known passionate Lakers fan.