Tom Izzo is preparing to replace Gary Harris if he declares for the NBA draft after this season.

Izzo has expressed interest in James Blackmon Jr., one of the top shooting guards in the 2014 recruiting class.

"(Coach Tom Izzo) just said that Gary Harris probably will be leaving so I'll have to come in and probably fill that spot right off and I'll get a chance to showcase my skills," Blackmon said in a recent interview.

Izzo expressed his belief last month that Harris would ultimately become a top 10 draft pick.