4-star PF Nigel Walls commits to SMU

Nigel Walls, a four-star power forward in the 2025 class, has committed to SMU, he told On3.

The 6-foot-10 senior out of Houston St. Francis Episcopal chose the Mustangs over TCU and Auburn.

Walls is the nation’s No. 57 overall prospect, No. 11 power forward and No. 6 recruit from Texas in the 2025 cycle according to the On3 Industry Ranking — a weighted average that utilizes all four major recruiting media companies.

Walls becomes SMU’s third commitment this cycle, joining four-star C Jaden Toombs (No. 45 nationally) and four-star SF Jermaine O’Neal Jr. (No. 111).

Walls on his commitment

Nigel Walls discussed his decision with On3.

“I chose SMU because of the coaching staff and the connection between them and the program felt right. Coach Enfield really emphasized my shooting and his ability to turn me into an elite shooter and him telling me about how he will develop me. Just how he saw the game and taught it to his team just really stuck with me. And coach Capko going through their film and my own film telling me how I would fit in their system and what I need to work on to get to that next level.”

In his own words, what type of player is SMU getting in Nigel Walls?

“My play style is a point forward that can really stretch the floor and play defense on 1-5.”

He has a message for SMU fans.

“Y’all are getting a winner. Can’t wait to be apart of the Hilltop. Pony Up!”

Scouting Report

“The intrigue with Nigel Walls comes with the mixture of his size and natural fluidity. Listed around 6-10, Walls is a good straight-line athlete, but he also moves well laterally, and is able to open his hips and switch directions. Walls will need to continue getting stronger, this will enhance his production on both ends of the floor. He is a capable floor spacer when his feet are set, showing a consistent release and range. He will need to continue working on the balance and footwork of his shooting. Walls offense is more in transition, have not seen much in the way of back to the basket at this point. Has a lot of natural raw tools, tools that are appealing at the highest levels. Now it is time to start piecing the tools together, enhancing the skill set, and consistently producing. The defensive upside is very intriguing at this point.” – On3’s Jamie Shawd