Mike Bresnahan of the L.A. Times reports that Phil Jackson's coaching staff is becoming more clear, with Frank Hamblen and Kurt Rambis expected to fill two of the four spots reserved for assistant coaches.

Contracts have not been signed, but what was logical from the day Jackson was hired will officially take place shortly after the team's other two assistants are determined by Jackson. Candidates for those positions include Brian Shaw and Scottie Pippen, both of whom played for Jackson.

"Phil has not hired anyone yet but it's likely Frank Hamblen and Kurt Rambis will be back as full-time assistants," Laker spokesman John Black said.