Three MVPs, two Finals MVPs, and three WNBA championships are a few highlights of A’ja Wilson’s recent years. While the accolades highlight her greatness on the floor, there are many individuals behind her success. One of them is NBA star Bam Adebayo.
Wilson also attributes part of her MVP growth to Bam Adebayo’s influence on her footwork, and the Miami Heat star also praises her for her gameplay and capabilities on the floor. But how does he feel about her success? He recently spoke about those feelings.
Bam Adebayo Responds To A’ja Wilson’s WNBA Success
The power couple confirmed their relationship during the 2024 Olympics, and since then, they have spent as much time together as possible. Adebayo also surprised Wilson with her WNBA MVP Trophy presentation. And now he was in the arena when the Aces star won the title and Finals MVP title at PHX Arena.
The player returned to the Miami Heat training sessions with the NBA Season approaching, where an interviewer asked him about the former South Carolina forward’s success.
“That’s the thing about shared success. You’re blessed to see somebody have that much success, somebody who they compare to Bill Russell, and you talk about how much greatness that they have,” Adebayo said.
Bam Adebayo on seeing A’ja Wilson win the WNBA Championship
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“That’s the thing about shared success. You’re blessed to see somebody have that much success, somebody who they compare to Bill Russell and you talk about how much greatness that they have”
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Bill Russell and Wilson are the only two players in basketball to win three MVPs and three championships in four years. Fans also compared her to Michael Jordan, who won Defensive Player of the Year, MVP, Finals MVP, and scoring title in a single season.
Knowing her status as one of the greatest players of WNBA, the 28-year-old Heat player is very proud of her and shows support in her every game. he was present at Game 4 of the 2025 WNBA finals and shared a heartwarming moment with the Aces’ star.
A’ja Wilson-Bam Adebayo Shared A Special Moment Following Championship Win
As soon as the clock reached the 00:00 mark in the fourth quarter, the Aces players rejoiced and celebrated in the PHX arena. The 29-year-old star got emotional and went straight to her family. She even hugged Bam Adebayo, who also attended the game. Teared up, she hugged her BA boyfriend and said, “Thank you for believing in me, baby.”
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The NBA star, understanding his task, comforted her and replied, “You got it done…. You are okay.” He saw the Aces star sweating out over the year for the championship and thus knows the meaning of the championship to her. The power couple confirmed their relationship during the 2024 Olympics and regularly attended each other’s games, showing support.