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A'ja Wilson looked so happy when discussing her relationship with boyfriend Bam Adebayo. Wilson opened up about the Miami Heat's star in terms of love and vulnerability despite being private about their personal lives. The couple has been rumored to be dating since 2024, with Wilson confirming their relationship in February.
In an appearance on "The Jennifer Hudson Show" on Tuesday, Wilson was asked about her relationship with Adebayo. She swooned over what they have because he puts a lot of effort into giving her time, as well as letting her be herself when they're together.
"Bam, he's a gem," Wilson said. "He's a star, obviously, in his own world, but when it comes to us, he's always showing up. His unwavering support, I mean, he was flying in and out of town, and he always constantly shows up for me. I'm just grateful to have a partner that is just along with the ride, like just there through the times where I can't be A'ja Wilson all the time. He picks me up.
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The four-time WNBA MVP added:
"I'm always grateful for his support. It's gentle, it's kind, and I love that he allows me to just kind of let my guard down because I feel like I have to be on so much. But Bam allows me just to be the kid, the crazy goofy girl that I am. And I'm appreciative of him."
The couple was rumored to be in a relationship when they were first seen together during the 2024 Paris Olympics. A'ja Wilson later confirmed that they are in a relationship during his jersey retirement speech back in February at the University of South Carolina.
A'ja Wilson takes hilarious shot at Bam Adebayo during Hall of Fame speech
The accolades just keep on coming for A'ja Wilson, who was inducted into the Gamecocks Hall of Fame late last month. Wilson thanked all the people who were there for her during her collegiate career, from coach Dawn Staley to her parents, family and teammates.
Wilson also gave a shoutout to Bam Adebayo, while also taking a shot at his alma mater, the University of Kentucky.
"To my boyfriend, even though you went to Ken-yuck-y and you went to that royal blue school, thank you for the constant support always," Wilson said. "You weren't there for the young A'ja, but your support has always been there up to this point. So, thank you."
Adebayo was also present when the Las Vegas Aces won the 2025 WNBA championship, posing with Wilson and her second WNBA Finals MVP trophy.
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