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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 Municipal
    5.3/10(6 votes)

    #1 - 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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    5.5/10(6 votes)

    #2 - 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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    5.5/10(6 votes)

    #3 - Crumbs

    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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  4. Background image for Edutainment
    5.6/10(5 votes)

    #4 - 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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  5. Background image for World of Hurt
    5.8/10(8 votes)

    #5 - 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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  6. Background image for Must Be the Shoes
    5.8/10(6 votes)

    #6 - 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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    5.8/10(5 votes)

    #7 - Players Only

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

    #8 - 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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  10. Background image for Protocol Is for Losers
    6.0/10(6 votes)

    #9 - Protocol Is for Losers

    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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  11. Background image for Who Wants a Lollipop
    6.0/10(6 votes)

    #10 - Who Wants a Lollipop

    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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    6.2/10(8 votes)

    #11 - 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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  13. Background image for Face of the Franchise
    6.3/10(10 votes)

    #12 - 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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  14. Background image for Elidee
    6.4/10(9 votes)

    #13 - 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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    6.5/10(10 votes)

    #14 - Rough Ride

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

    #15 - 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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    6.9/10(7 votes)

    #16 - 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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  18. Background image for The Kids Are Aight
    6.9/10(7 votes)

    #17 - The Kids Are Aight

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

    #18 - 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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  20. Background image for No Small Talk
    7.0/10(8 votes)

    #19 - No Small Talk

    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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  21. Background image for This Is Not Our World
    7.1/10(7 votes)

    #20 - This Is Not Our World

    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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    7.1/10(8 votes)

    #21 - Forgiving is Living

    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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  23. Background image for The Devil You Know
    7.1/10(7 votes)

    #22 - The Devil You Know

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

    #23 - 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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  25. Background image for Seeds of Expansion
    7.2/10(8 votes)

    #24 - 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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  26. Background image for In the Teeth
    7.2/10(6 votes)

    #25 - 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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Worst Episodes Summary

"Municipal" is the worst rated episode of "Ballers". It scored 5.3/10 based on 6 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, "Copernicursed".