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A'ja Wilson and Bam Adebayo Go Public as Support Turns Into On‑Court Guidance

Wilson credits Adebayo’s perspective with helping her address the Aces by text before their Finals push.

Overview

  • Wilson told ESPN she consulted Adebayo on wording for a group text to Aces teammates after a poor outing earlier in the season.
  • Adebayo presented Wilson with her fourth WNBA MVP trophy on September 29 and called it a special moment to give her flowers.
  • Wilson has described Adebayo as her safe space and “truly a gift” in recent interviews, confirming the relationship publicly.
  • The pair have regularly appeared at each other’s events, including Wilson attending Adebayo’s key-to-the-city ceremony in Miami after the Olympics.
  • Both stars say they learn from one another’s leadership styles, with Adebayo noting he values Wilson’s honest answers and different lens.