2009 BET Awards Breakdown: Best Gospel Artist, Best Male & Female Athlete

Best Gospel Artist Nominees:

Regina Belle
Shirley Caesar
Mary Mary
Smokie Norful
Trin I Tee 5:7

Who Should Win?

Mary Mary started the year by collecting their second Grammy for the uplifting single, "Get Up", so that alone should secure them the win.

Who Will Win?

Mary Mary.

Best Male Athlete Nominees:
Kobe Byrant
LeBron James
Reggie Bush
Dwayne Wade
Tiger Woods

Who Should Win?
BET has a tradition of normally bestowing this award to a basketball player, and since Kobe won the championship this year, he'll likely and righfully take the trophy home.

Who Will Win?
Kobe Bryant or LeBron James.

Best Female Athlete Nominees:
Tamika Catchings
Lisa Leslie
Candace Parker
Serena Williams
Venus Williams

Who Should Win?
Candace Parker, who collected the Most Valueable Player and Rookie of the Year trophies, as well as, numerous other sports awards in 2008.

Who Will Win?
Candace Parker or Serena Williams.