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The Worst Episodes of Ballers

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. Background image for Pilot
    5.8/10(17 votes)

    #1 - Pilot

    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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  2. Background image for World of Hurt
    5.8/10(8 votes)

    #2 - World of Hurt

    S2:E4

    Spencer and Joe search for Andre’s weakness, while Vernon anxiously awaits news. Jason faces an uphill battle as he woos a client. Ricky tries to understand his dad. Charles gets the real deal from Siefert.

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  3. Background image for Everybody Knows
    6.0/10(8 votes)

    #3 - Everybody Knows

    S2:E7

    Spencer scrambles to stay ahead after Andre makes a surprise visit to the office. Joe discovers the skeletons in his partner’s closet. Ricky tries to make amends with Dennis, as Charles plots to keep Ricky in Miami. Travis confides in Spencer during a talk-show appearance.

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  4. Background image for Enter the Temple
    6.2/10(8 votes)

    #4 - Enter the Temple

    S2:E2

    Spencer makes a play to poach a big client from Andre, his business rival, while struggling to find a quick fix for his physical ailments. Ricky considers where to head to next. Reggie fights for what he believes Vernon owes him. Feeling underpaid and undervalued, Tracy takes a stand with her boss. Charles gets insights from his coach.

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  5. Background image for Face of the Franchise
    6.3/10(10 votes)

    #5 - Face of the Franchise

    S2:E1

    Convinced to appear on a talk show, Spencer ends up facing off with an old adversary, which puts his company and reputation in jeopardy. A reformed Ricky gets bad news in advance of his 30th birthday party. Charles relishes his new status as a fan favorite, but may face changes on the field.

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  6. Background image for Elidee
    6.4/10(9 votes)

    #6 - Elidee

    S2:E3

    Spencer advises a reluctant Vernon to stay quiet when the truth behind his injury threatens his career. Trying to stave off Andre’s attacks on their business, Spencer and Joe butt heads over how best to advise a client. Charles worries whether he’s up for a challenge. A hard-to-impress Ricky takes a trip to tour a potential new home.

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  8. Background image for Heads Will Roll
    6.8/10(10 votes)

    #7 - Heads Will Roll

    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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  9. Background image for Ends
    6.8/10(9 votes)

    #8 - Ends

    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. Background image for Alley-Oops
    6.8/10(6 votes)

    #9 - Alley-Oops

    S3:E8

    Spencer gets unexpected info that leads him to reassess his priorities. Joe considers the best way to break bad news to the ASM staff. Marginalized once again by Larry, Charles decides to take matters into his own hands.

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  11. Background image for Most Guys
    6.9/10(7 votes)

    #10 - Most Guys

    S2:E5

    Spencer tries to mentor Travis while dodging unwelcome medical news and the ghosts of his financial past. Attempting to cheer up Vernon, Reggie and Joe buy a wild gift. Ricky encourages Charles to stand up for himself; later, he gets advice on a big career decision after running into a face from the past.

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  12. Background image for Machete Charge
    7.0/10(10 votes)

    #11 - Machete Charge

    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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  13. Background image for Laying in the Weeds
    7.0/10(8 votes)

    #12 - Laying in the Weeds

    S2:E8

    Spencer's Draft Day party finds him trying to keep a lid on the firm's private affairs. Meanwhile, Charles and Ricky have a major disagreement; and Travis wonders how bright his future will be.

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  14. Background image for Raise Up
    7.1/10(14 votes)

    #13 - Raise Up

    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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  15. Background image for Everything Is Everything
    7.1/10(13 votes)

    #14 - Everything Is Everything

    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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  16. Background image for Must Be the Shoes
    7.1/10(624 votes)

    #15 - Must Be the Shoes

    S5:E2

    After learning of competing owner offers, Spencer engages with past allies. Joe is tasked with apologizing for creating a hostile work environment with the help of Kate, a sharp Sports X exec. Ricky and Vernon each consider different kinds of futures, while Charles tries to hide some unwelcome news.

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  17. Background image for Copernicursed
    7.1/10(503 votes)

    #16 - Copernicursed

    S5:E3

    Just as Spencer reaches out to him with the job of a lifetime, Jason gets an interesting counteroffer from Joe. Vernon has a tryout at an e-sports company and Reggie bemoans his position at Sports X. Ricky turns to old ways to deal with his new situation. Charles considers a solution to another headache.

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  18. Background image for Million Bucks in a Bag
    7.2/10(8 votes)

    #17 - Million Bucks in a Bag

    S2:E9

    Spencer gets a surprising offer from Andre; Ricky mulls where to put down roots; Vernon works overtime to return to the field; Charles and Julie clash over his busy schedule.

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  19. Background image for Seeds of Expansion
    7.2/10(8 votes)

    #18 - Seeds of Expansion

    S3:E1

    Looking to score high-profile clients to pay off his debts to Ricky and Vernon, Spencer hits a roadblock with Mr. Anderson, who wants to focus on the Las Vegas market by partnering with casino magnate Wayne Hastings, Jr.. Ricky ponders fatherhood; Vernon and Reggie eye an edgy endorsement; Larry makes Charles the face of bad news at a team press conference.

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  20. Background image for In the Teeth
    7.2/10(6 votes)

    #19 - In the Teeth

    S3:E3

    Spencer encounters resistance in LA and Oakland to his Vegas expansion initiative. Joe takes a detour with Reggie. Jason blasts Kisan for his lack of transparency. Charles bristles over Larry's failure to give him credit for a lineman he landed. Ricky jumps to conclusions.

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  21. Background image for Municipal
    7.2/10(502 votes)

    #20 - Municipal

    S5:E4

    Spencer settles into his new position and makes a potentially unpopular decision. With Sports X teetering on the edge financially, Joe gets sidetracked with his personal life. Ricky tries his hand in the media and voices his true feelings about an ally. Reggie comes to Vernon with a proposal that will make them both happy.

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  22. Background image for Edutainment
    7.2/10(458 votes)

    #21 - Edutainment

    S5:E6

    In the wake of an unexpected tragedy, Spencer prepares for his first owners meeting. While trying to balance work and his relationship with Kate, Joe decides to go on Ricky's radio show. Charles deals with an unexpected health crisis. Vernon, Reggie and Lance try to recruit a trio of gaming siblings for their new league. Jason celebrates his anniversary.

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  23. Background image for Saturdaze
    7.3/10(7 votes)

    #22 - Saturdaze

    S2:E6

    Spencer attempts to broker peace between Travis and a critic. Struggling to adjust to his new role on the team, Charles is tasked with delivering bad news. Joe encounters Andre one-on-one. Still torn about his future, Ricky is thrown for a loop when Dennis decides to have more of a voice in his life.

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  24. Background image for Make Believe
    7.3/10(6 votes)

    #23 - Make Believe

    S3:E5

    Spencer faces new challenges getting Wayne to finance his Las Vegas initiative; Julie persuades Charles to help mend a feud between Larry and Coach Berg; an unscheduled visit from a league official surprises Vernon; Ricky loses focus.

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  25. Background image for I Hate New York
    7.3/10(6 votes)

    #24 - I Hate New York

    S3:E6

    Spencer, Joe and Mr. Anderson head north in search of financing for a Las Vegas stadium; Larry tests the limits of Charles' loyalty and patience; Ricky gets a sobering diagnosis and presses Jason to close a deal

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  26. Background image for Ricky-Leaks
    7.3/10(6 votes)

    #25 - Ricky-Leaks

    S3:E7

    Spencer finds himself in damage-control mode after an incident involving Ricky and a brash high-schooler. Excited over a possible plum job, Charles bristles at Julie’s lack of disclosure at work. Looking to reduce Vernon’s suspension, Reggie impresses Candace at the league office. Spencer and Joe find themselves at odds with Anderson over ASM’s future.

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Pilot" is the worst rated episode of "Ballers". It scored 5.8/10 based on 17 votes. Directed by Peter Berg and written by Stephen Levinson, it aired on 6/21/2015. This episode scored 0.0 points lower than the second lowest rated, "World of Hurt".