The Los Angeles Lakers hope to "make a splash" with their eventual head coaching choice.

The Lakers intend to reach out to Kevin Ollie and John Calipari to at least gauge their interest in the position.

Mike D'Antoni stepped down as Lakers' coach on Wednesday.

The Lakers could leave the position open in the short-term in case a potential free agent would consider signing with the franchise if the coach of his choosing is hired.

Sources say Kobe Bryant has not made any coaching suggestions at this point, but they will eventually consult with him.