Nolan Billings
Nolan Billings
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Tre Cordon | Prep Hoops Scout
In the highly anticipated matchup with Swansboro, he did a good job of defending the paint and doing the little things on offense to get his team the win. Billings is the type of player who can play a lot of different roles for just about any lineup with an impact felt beyond the stat sheet.
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Read EvaluationJay Anderson | Prep Hoops Scout
Billings is a tweener forward prospect at 6-foot-5 with good length and rebounding skills out of New Hanover High who continues to rise in the 2025 class. He’s having another productive season in their frontcourt and remains a target for DII and DIII programs in the region to target. He’s putting up 10.2 points, 5.4 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.3 steals per contest as the Wildcats are 10-2 and 4-0 already in 3A/4A Mideastern Conference action. Look for him to play a role in another deep run in the NCHSAA State Playoffs this season.
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Read EvaluationJay Anderson | Prep Hoops Scout
Billings is an underrated unsigned senior for DII and DIII programs in the region to get to know given his versatility and ability to score. He finished with 19 points and three rebounds as he paced the frontcourt with his ability to finish around the rim and stretch the floor with his shooting. He’s one of a few names to keep an eye on with New Hanover High as they look to make another run at a state title.
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Read EvaluationCharles Clark | Prep Hoops Scout
A stretch forward that can spread the offense with his ability to shoot the deep ball, he clearly will be a player that his team will lean on to make another deep playoff run. He’s a skilled player that moves without the ball and doesn’t need much time to get his shot off.
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Read EvaluationJay Anderson | Prep Hoops Scout
Billings continues his ascent up the 2025 rankings in the latest update out of New Hanover. He put up 12.3 PPG, 7.3 RPG, 2.1 APG, 1.8 SPG and 1.0 BPG as a versatile presence for the Wildcats as they made it to the NCHSAA 4A Championship game. He was quite the force on the rebounding front as he also notched nine double-doubles and showed his worth in creating in getting to the rim. He’ll be a prospect to keep an eye on with Flight 22 on the grassroots scene.
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Read EvaluationChris Ewell | Prep Hoops Scout
Nolan delivered a standout performance in the State Championship game, showcasing his versatility and impact across the court. Standing at an impressive 6’6, he utilized his size and court vision effectively, demonstrating strong scoring abilities while also facilitating plays for his teammates. Defensively, Nolan’s length proved valuable as he adeptly defended both in the post and on the perimeter during ball screen situations. His stat line of 10 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists, 3 steals, and 3 blocks showcased his all-around contributions, highlighting his significant role in the final game of his junior year.
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Read EvaluationVictor Taylor | Prep Hoops Scout
Billings is starting to put together some impressive performances for New Hanover at just the right time, going for 20/10 in the first round and then 20 to lead all scorers in a tight win over Knightdale in the second round. He’s a physical, high motor forward that has been known to just outwork and out-tough guys on the offensive end, but is really showing major growth in his shot creation and scoring abilities. Going to be a key part of whether NHHS can go undefeated and a name to watch in next year’s class.
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Read EvaluationJay Anderson | Prep Hoops Scout
Billings is an emerging prospect to get to know in North Carolina’s 2025 class as he debuts at No. 86 in the latest rankings update. He’s a returner in the New Hanover High rotation who should continue to grow as a forward/wing hybrid given his length and tenacity in the paint. He’s got the ability to battle for boards on both ends of the floor while maintaining an ability to knock down shots on the perimeter. He’s a rising name in the class for college programs to get to know.
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