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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. 6.2/10(5 votes)

    #1 - Municipal

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    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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  2. 6.4/10(5 votes)

    #2 - Crumbs

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    S5:E5

    Spencer faces pressure from all sides as he fights for Kisan. Ricky gets mixed feedback about his radio show. Reggie, Vernon and Lance struggle to convince Joe to invest in a new business. Charles works hard to land a big player. Jason goes through tough negotiations with the Anderson brothers.

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  3. 6.5/10(10 votes)

    #3 - Rough Ride

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    S4:E1

    Spencer and Joe weigh the pros and cons of acquiring an extreme-sport agency. Ricky sets down roots in LA with Amber and their daughter, but finds himself yearning for something else. Charles rallies a group of disgruntled employees as he begins his new tenure with the Rams.

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  4. 6.8/10(6 votes)

    #4 - Alley-Oops

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    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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  5. 6.8/10(5 votes)

    #5 - Must Be the Shoes

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    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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  6. 6.8/10(5 votes)

    #6 - Copernicursed

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    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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  8. 6.8/10(3 votes)

    #7 - Edutainment

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    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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  9. 6.9/10(7 votes)

    #8 - The Kids Are Aight

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    S4:E7

    Spencer calls on the Anderson Brothers for help. Joe pitches Illegal Civilization to a major shoe brand. Ricky loses his cool at a neighbor’s pool party. Julie accuses an overworked Charles of being afraid to succeed.

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  10. 7.0/10(8 votes)

    #9 - No Small Talk

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    S4:E6

    Spencer recruits Q to help him leverage a deal. With Reggie in tow, Joe talks business with a group of extreme skateboarders known collectively as Illegal Civilization. Charles hosts a pre-free-agent reception.

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  11. 7.0/10(5 votes)

    #10 - Protocol Is for Losers

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    S5:E1

    While peacefully enjoying retirement and reflecting on his past, Spencer gets a tantalizing offer. A year after splitting with Spencer, Joe eyes a big swing at Sports X with his new partner, Lance. Ricky finds himself in hot water with Charles, and Vernon considers a life change, much to Reggie’s chagrin.

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  12. 7.0/10(5 votes)

    #11 - Who Wants a Lollipop

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    S5:E7

    When Spencer returns to the Sports X offices to work out a major player deal, he and Joe air past grievances and later, Spencer makes a big public statement that's sure to have consequences. Charles mulls over a new deal from Werner after getting a wakeup call about his health. Ricky gets defensive in a meeting with a Hollywood bigwig.

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  13. 7.0/10(4 votes)

    #12 - Players Only

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    S5:E8

    Despite having a bullseye on his back, Spencer refuses to back down in his fight for the league's players. Joe embraces a new state of mind as he finds peace with himself. Julie encourages Charles to take care of unfinished business. Ricky decides to strike out on his own with his latest project. Reggie takes the next step in his career, with some encouragement from Vernon.

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  14. 7.1/10(7 votes)

    #13 - This Is Not Our World

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    S4:E3

    Spencer looks to reign in Lance’s excesses. Vernon gets carried away at a ceremony retiring his number at his old LA high school, to Reggie’s dismay.

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  15. 7.1/10(8 votes)

    #14 - Forgiving is Living

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    S4:E4

    Spencer and Joe find themselves in a crisis at SportsX. Ricky considers his motivations in ending his retirement. Jason turns to Donna for help.

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  16. 7.1/10(7 votes)

    #15 - The Devil You Know

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    S4:E8

    Spencer takes a big risk, with the potential to blow the deal. After a heart-to-heart with Ricky, Charles spells out his vision for the team. Joe and Reggie enlist Vernon and Terrell “Sizzle” Suggs to persuade Illegal Civilization.

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  17. 7.2/10(8 votes)

    #16 - Seeds of Expansion

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    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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  18. 7.2/10(6 votes)

    #17 - In the Teeth

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    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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  19. 7.3/10(2.0k votes)

    #18 - 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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  20. 7.3/10(6 votes)

    #19 - Make Believe

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    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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  21. 7.3/10(6 votes)

    #20 - I Hate New York

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    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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  22. 7.3/10(6 votes)

    #21 - Ricky-Leaks

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    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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  23. 7.3/10(7 votes)

    #22 - There's No Place Like Home, Baby

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    S4:E9

    Spencer takes his fight to the next level and Ricky gets real with Charles.

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  24. 7.4/10(7 votes)

    #23 - Crackback

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    S3:E9

    Spencer learns that his master plan to bring a team to Las Vegas may be in jeopardy. Ricky arrives at a crossroads, personally and professionally. Charles sees his wish come true in Miami, but ends up with regrets.

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  25. 7.5/10(1.7k votes)

    #24 - 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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  26. 7.5/10(6 votes)

    #25 - Bull Rush

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    S3:E2

    In Las Vegas on business, Spencer gets reacquainted with Chloe, an old flame now working for Wayne, while Ricky challenges the odds in a game of dice. Set up by Joe to represent top running back Kisan, Jason ends up sweating it out in a tough neighborhood. Charles gets a public-speaking primer from Julie; Vernon and Reggie make a risky endorsement deal.

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Municipal" is the worst rated episode of "Ballers". It scored 6.2/10 based on 5 votes. Directed by Rob Weiss and written by Stephen Levinson, Rob Weiss, it aired on 9/15/2019. This episode scored 0.2 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Crumbs".