A’ja Wilson and Bam Adebayo seem to be making the most of their time in Paris during the 2024 Olympic Games, and their camaraderie hasn’t gone unnoticed by fans.
The Las Vegas Aces star and the Miami Heat center have been seen together frequently, sharing dinners and enjoying each other’s company throughout the training camp.
However, a recent video from the Olympic Games Paris 2024 has taken the speculation surrounding their relationship to new heights.
The clip, captured after the U.S. women’s national basketball team secured a thrilling 67-66 victory against France, shows Wilson and Adebayo exchanging a seemingly simple handshake that has sent social media into a frenzy.
Neither Wilson nor Adebayo has confirmed whether they are romantically involved, but that hasn’t stopped fans from speculating. The handshake, which involves a quick low-five followed by a slap of hands in opposite directions, has been viewed by many as a sign of a deeper connection between the two athletes. For some fans, this exchange is enough to suggest that Wilson and Adebayo might be more than just friends, with many saying the pair are “not beating the allegations” of being an item.
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Despite the buzz, Wilson has remained focused on her teammates and their success on the court. After the dramatic win against France, she took a moment during a postgame interview to praise her Team USA teammate, Kahleah Copper. When asked to describe Copper in one word, Wilson’s response was both bold and affectionate: “That b*tch.”
This playful yet powerful endorsement of Copper showcased Wilson’s loyalty and camaraderie with her teammates, emphasizing that her focus remains on basketball and the team’s success.
Meanwhile, Adebayo also made headlines with his candid reaction to Steph Curry’s incredible “night, night” sequence during the men’s basketball final, where Curry drained four three-pointers in the final minutes to lead Team USA to a 98-87 victory over France. Reflecting on the moment, Adebayo told the San Francisco Chronicle, “I was kind of like, ‘What the f*ck?’ But then I had to remember who was shooting it.”
Both Wilson and Adebayo have shown that they have a flair for delivering memorable quotes, whether on or off the court. And while their relationship status remains unconfirmed, one thing is clear: these two athletes know how to keep fans talking.
As the speculation continues, it’s evident that Wilson and Adebayo share a strong connection, whether it’s through their shared Olympic experience or their mutual respect as athletes. And while their handshake may have sparked rumors, their focus on the game and their teammates remains unwavering.
