Beyond the court, there is more to professional basketball. Sometimes, they pack in moments of success, companionship, and a dash of mystery fans can’t get away from. One of those stories includes A’ja Wilson and Bam Adebayo. Everyone has been paying attention to their playful public appearances. With their most recent exchange, sparked by a recent photoshoot, they’ve just added to the excitement keeping everyone guessing and waiting for more.

One such moment recently unfolded when Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson wrote a cryptic, comment on threads, “and ATE THAT COVER UP 👏🏽,” which was just a few hours after Bam Adebayo’s Haute Living magazine photoshoot dropped. The message was subtle, but it’s safe to say their history of playful banter and public appearances haven’t helped to quiet down the rumors of their relationship.

Interestingly, rumors surrounding Wilson and Miami Heat captain Adebayo go all the way back to the 2024 Paris Olympics practices in Las Vegas, where the reigning WNBA MVP has her team, the Aces. Both athletes shone brightly, earning gold medals for Team USA. Their chemistry on and off the court sparked conversations, further amplified by subsequent appearances together.

Wilson was seen attending Adebayo’s ceremony where he received the key to Miami-Dade County, and the pair was spotted at events such as the unveiling of Dwyane Wade’s statue at the Kaseya Center.

Fans didn’t miss the cryptic social media interactions either. These exchanges were playful and often layered — with double meanings — and kept the rumor mill turning. A highlight? Adebayo tweeting “U’naimous” after Wilson’s record-breaking WNBA season—a nod, perhaps, to her MVP status or something more personal.

Public interest reached new heights in September 2024 during Adebayo’s key ceremony, where Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava jokingly referred to Wilson’s gold medal and her ties to the Heat, saying, “She won gold in women’s basketball. I guess that has something to do with Bam and the Heat, huh? Being here today?” That lighthearted comment only made it open season on teasing from teammates, fans, and the media for months to come.

A’ja Wilson’s relationship chatter on social media

On social media, the relationship chatter thrives. Fans quickly noticed Wilson’s exclusive list of follows on Instagram Threads, where she follows only two accounts—the Threads community and Bam Adebayo.

Moreover, her teammates have joined the fun as well. Sydney Colson, Wilson’s Aces teammate, shared a photo from Adebayo’s key ceremony with a cheeky caption “If I send you this, just know I’m finna tell on you” hinting at their connection. Another teammate, Chelsea Gray, commented on Colson’s post writing “I’m weakkk 😂😂😂” .

Even official team accounts have playfully joined the speculation: The Las Vegas Aces’ social media team posted “BAM!” in reference to Wilson’s record-breaking performance, while the Miami Heat shared a photo of Adebayo captioned “A’random photo of Bam on this lovely Sunday.”

Both Wilson and Adebayo have kept their privacy while in the middle of playful teasing and growing speculation. However, neither has confirmed nor denied the rumors while diehard fans and the media dissect every interaction. Their story has become all the more interesting, their ability to keep fans guessing has only increased interest and is really been a subplot for basketball enthusiasts. A’ja Wilson’s cryptic message and Bam Adebayo’s growing confidence is a tantalizing mystery, for now, one that fans are eagerly awaiting the next chapter of.