When A’ja Wilson snagged her third MVP title in the WNBA, she certainly had every right to be the center of attention. But the captivating star isn’t just about her on-court prowess; her personal life has also sparked curiosity —especially when rumors swirl about a potential relationship with an NBA star, Bam Adebayo, that she’s kept under wraps. Now, as she enters the offseason, she looks ready to lift the veil on her private life, a decision aligning with the wishes of Sheryl Swoopes.

Recently, a picture of the rumored couple, A’ja Wilson and Bam Adebayo surfaced on social media which is reported to be clicked at Dwyane Wade’s statue unveiling ceremony. The Clutch Points tweeted on X, “A’ja Wilson and Bam Adebayo are in attendance for Dwyane Wade’s statue unveiling 🙌 (via @Rachel__Nichols ).” This rare public appearance marks one of the few times Wilson has been spotted with Adebayo since dating rumors started swirling back in July.

Just a few weeks ago, Swoopes voiced a wish that this rumored couple would let fans in a little more on their relationship, suggesting they make things a bit more public. “I’m like, okay, y’all post something. Bam, post something,” said Swoopes on her podcast last month. Well, her advice seems to have reached the rumored couple as they are out there in the daylight attending the statue unveiling event.

However, Swoopes had also said, “I love this couple. I just like the cutest. They’re the best. But I just understand why they both try to keep the relationship as private as possible. Because people are just mean.” It’s clear why both A’ja Wilson and Bam Adebayo prefer to keep things under wraps; balancing two high-profile careers can make it tough to separate public and personal life. Still, their mutual support shines through, as seen in their occasional appearances together.

A’ja Wilson and Bam Adebayo’s journey to rumored couple

The buzz around A’ja Wilson and Bam Adebayo began back in July when the two were spotted together during Team USA’s camp in Las Vegas. Fast forward to their golden moment at the Olympics, where they each helped bring home victory for Team USA. Shortly after, they enjoyed some downtime, strolling the streets of Paris for a little celebratory shopping. Adebayo was among the first to congratulate Wilson on her Olympic success, exchanging a handshake that caught fans’ attention right after their big win.

The most notable public appearance from A’ja Wilson and Bam Adebayo took place when the Miami Heat star received the Key to Miami-Dade County. Wilson attended the event, and Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava couldn’t resist mentioning the rumored couple. During her remarks, Mayor Cava playfully noted, “Yeah, A’ja Wilson, and she won gold in women’s basketball. I guess that’s got something to do with Bam and the Heat, right? Being here today.”

The excitement only grew when Wilson’s teammates chimed in with their playful commentary on the moment. Shortly after, Wilson reached an impressive milestone as the first WNBA player to score 1,000 points in a season, clinching yet another MVP title. Amid the celebration, fans couldn’t miss Bam Adebayo’s low-key congratulations—keeping things casual yet heartfelt. And just recently, Wilson was spotted courtside at a Heat game against the Charlotte Hornets.

Though A’ja Wilson and Bam Adebayo’s careers and romance continue to soar, they’ve chosen not to make any official confirmation on their relationship. As WNBA legend Sheryl Swoopes put it, “People are just mean. It’s none of your business,” emphasizing the couple’s right to privacy amid public curiosity.