Missouri State junior basketball standout Alize Johnson announced Friday evening that he is declaring for the NBA Draft, but will not hire an agent and intends to return for his senior season with the Bears.
Johnson is not projected to be drafted in June, but by declaring, he can work out with pro squads through the end of April and attend the NBA Draft Combine in May.
"I have every intention of returning to Missouri State for my senior year," Johnson said in a release sent out by the school. "This process will allow me to gain some valuable information which will help me improve as a basketball player.