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The Best Episodes of Ballers Season 1

Every episode of Ballers Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Ballers Season 1!

The Best Episodes of Ballers Season 1

Looking at the lives of former and current football players, the show follows former superstar Spencer Strasmore as he gets his life on track in...

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  1. 8.2/10(1.6k votes)

    #1 - Head-On

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    S1:E9

    Spencer tries to make amends. Joe feels slighted when he's overlooked at work. Charles gets some life-changing news. Bella challenges Ricky to grow up. Vernon goes MIA after learning some truths about Reggie.

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  2. 8.1/10(1.5k votes)

    #2 - Flamingos

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    S1:E10

    Spencer faces a major decision when Joe tries to sell him on a new start. Ricky is confronted by his dad. Charles gets a second chance. Jason and Spencer look to talk sense into Vernon. Season One Finale.

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  3. 7.9/10(1.5k votes)

    #3 - Everything Is Everything

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    S1:E6

    Charles decides he is going to be selfish. Joe negotiates with Maximo. Ricky's off-field activities end up being revealed. Spencer faces his fears after he is confronted by Tracy.

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  4. 7.8/10(1.6k votes)

    #4 - Heads Will Roll

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    S1:E4

    Spencer sees a neurologist when Tracy threatens to go public with an unsavory story. Reggie blindsides Jason and Spencer with unrealistic expectations for Vernon's contract. Charles is flummoxed by texts from a woman he can't remember.

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  5. 7.7/10(1.6k votes)

    #5 - Move the Chains

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    S1:E3

    Spencer and Joe borrow a yacht for a lavish party to woo new clients, but Reggie relishes spoiling Spencer's hospitality every chance he gets, while Ricky discovers the real reason a new teammate isn't too fond of him.

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  6. 7.7/10(1.5k votes)

    #6 - Machete Charge

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    S1:E5

    Ricky attempts to find some common ground with Alonzo. Charles' marriage is put to the test. Vernon gets help from Spencer and Joe with a crisis.

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  8. 7.7/10(1.4k votes)

    #7 - Gaslighting

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    S1:E8

    Spencer is forced to face up to his past to try to save Vernon, while Joe makes a very permanent commitment to his future. Charles puts his football skills to work at the car dealership. Ricky shells out the big bucks to win back Bella.

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  9. 7.6/10(1.5k votes)

    #8 - Ends

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    S1:E7

    Spencer decides to take the hit for Vernon, but finds himself in even deeper trouble. Julie and Bella commiserate over their men, while Ricky lashes out. Jason is unsettled by his mother's new boyfriend. Spencer and Charles say goodbye to Roddney, and reflect on their love of the game.

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  10. 7.5/10(1.7k votes)

    #9 - Raise Up

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    S1:E2

    Spencer clashes with Reggie when he tries to sign Vernon as a client, while Jason works on a contract extension with Dallas. Charles begins to wonder if he retired too early. Ricky fails to connect with a new teammate.

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  11. 7.3/10(2.0k votes)

    #10 - Pilot

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    S1:E1

    Spencer ramps up his efforts to build a post football career in Miami. Charles copes with the realities of finding a new job, while Ricky must find a new home.

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Head-On" is the best rated episode of "Ballers" season 1. It scored 8.2/10 based on 1575 votes. Directed by Julian Farino and written by Steve Sharlet, it aired on 8/16/2015. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Flamingos".