BET Awards 2026: Analysis of Lamar and SZA's Chances

Kendrick Lamar & SZA’s ‘luther’ Is the One to Beat at 2026 BET Awards

The BET Awards 2026 Video of the Year race features a competitive field, with top contenders including Ella Mai, Doechii, Mariah the Scientist, Tyla, Teyana Taylor, Kehlani, T.I., and Kendrick Lamar & SZA. Kendrick Lamar and SZA’s “luther” stands out as a frontrunner due to its previous wins at the Grammys and NAACP Image Awards. Lamar’s track record and crossover appeal make “luther” a strong contender, although Doechii and Taylor present credible threats with their respective videos. Ultimately, “luther” is poised to win Video of the Year at the BET Awards 2026. Source: https://www.bet.com/article/w7qr1m/kendrick-lamar-szas-luther-is-the-one-to-beat-at-2026-bet-awards