Who Is Bam Adebayo’s Girlfriend? Exploring Heat Star’s Love Life With WNBA Superstar

“My NBA All-Star is not here.” A’ja Wilson teased Bam Adebayo’s absence during the 2025 NBA All-Star weekend after he wasn’t selected as an All-Star. Don’t you think their relationship is one of the worst-kept secrets in basketball? But we’re finally learning a thing or two about their love for each other.

So join us as we look at the relationship between NBA star Adebayo and WNBA legend, Wilson.

Who is Bam Adebayo’s girlfriend, A’ja Wilson? When did they start dating?

A’ja Wilson, the Las Vegas Aces superstar, two-time WNBA MVP, and Olympic gold medalist. Put simply, she has been at the top of her game for years. But building her on-court legacy isn’t all she’s done. A’ja has also been quietly building a relationship with Miami Heat star Adebayo.

Rumors about their romance started swirling just before the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. Then came the cryptic social media posts, subtle hints in interviews, and sightings that kept us fans guessing. But Wilson kept things private until recently.

But when exactly did Bam Adebayo and A’ja Wilson “hard launch” their relationship? Well, it happened at the University of South Carolina. This was when the university retired A’ja’s jersey. She acknowledged the people closest to her, saying, “I wouldn’t be who I am today without the love, support, and sacrifices of so many people. And what a blessing to have those most special to me courtside today, especially my favorite Olympian in town.”

And if that wasn’t enough, she doubled down, explaining, “The beautiful thing about our relationship, and our bond, is that we’re very aware of things. We know how to navigate through a lot of different things and never shy from moments, but also make sure that we uplift [each other].”

Translation? They’ve been together for a while, and they’re finally letting the world in on their love story. However, we’re still in the dark about something. We don’t know exactly when they began dating. But that’s just the way it’s been when it comes to their relationship.

Does she still play in the WNBA? What did Bam Adebayo do when she released her signature sneaker?

Long story short, yes. A’ja Wilson is still dominating the WNBA with the Las Vegas Aces. She’s led her team to back-to-back championships. On top of that, she became the first WNBA player to score 1,000 points in a single season. She’s already a legend. But you think she’s done? Nope! Wilson still has a lot of hooping left in the tank.

But despite her packed schedule, Wilson still finds time for Bam Adebayo, and vice versa. While they weren’t able to spend Valentine’s Day together this year because of the NBA All-Star Weekend, Wilson made it clear that she’s got her man’s back. “He’s getting the rest he needs,” she said, calling it the best Valentine’s gift she could give him.

And Adebayo? He’s been just as supportive of Wilson’s career. When she dropped her first-ever signature sneaker, the Nike A’One, he made sure to show love in the best way possible. How? Well, he wore the shoes during an NBA game! On January 25, during the Miami Heat’s game against the Brooklyn Nets, Adebayo laced up Wilson’s kicks. In doing so, he proved something: He’s not just her boyfriend but also her biggest fan!

Wilson was thrilled. “It was super dope. It was a moment,” she said, adding that Adebayo had been pushing to wear her shoes from the beginning. “If I have to put it out in the NBA, why not have someone like Bam Adebayo, who’s just a good person all around, to kind of showcase my shoes?”

When asked about dating another basketball player, Wilson dropped some wisdom straight from Beyonce: “It’s very seldom that you’re blessed to find your equal.” She admitted that being with someone who truly understands her life is rewarding. But that doesn’t mean it’s easy. “I wouldn’t say it’s easy, but I love it. I love the fact that it’s not easy, because it allows us to really be our true selves and support one another,” said Wilson.

From jersey retirements to gold medals, to everything in between Wilson and Bam Adebayo are each other’s biggest cheerleaders. And even though they keep their relationship low, we can tell how much they love each other!