The BEST episodes of Ballers

Every episode of Ballers ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Ballers!

A series centered around a group of football players and their families, friends and handlers.

Last Updated: 12/26/2023Network: HBOStatus: Ended
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Game Day
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8.03
2402 votes

#1 - Game Day

Season 2 - Episode 10 - Aired 9/25/2016

Spencer makes a last-ditch effort to get back what he's lost. Ricky awaits a call that could define his future. Vernon takes a road trip. Siefert offers Charles a big opportunity, but it comes at a cost.

Directors: Julian Farino
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Laying in the Weeds
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7.93
2351 votes

#2 - Laying in the Weeds

Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 9/11/2016

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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Head-On
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7.92
2068 votes

#3 - Head-On

Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 8/16/2015

Joe feels slighted when his efforts at work go unnoticed; Spencer tries to make amends; Bella challenges Ricky to act like an adult; Vernon is nowhere to be found after discovering what Reggie's been up to.

Directors: Julian Farino
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There's No Place Like Home, Baby
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7.91
958 votes

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

Season 4 - Episode 9 - Aired 10/7/2018

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

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Million Bucks in a Bag
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7.91
2329 votes

#5 - Million Bucks in a Bag

Season 2 - Episode 9 - Aired 9/18/2016

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.

Directors: Julian Farino
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Players Only
star
7.91
764 votes

#6 - Players Only

Season 5 - Episode 8 - Aired 10/13/2019

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.

Directors: Chloe Domont
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Flamingos
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7.85
2074 votes

#7 - Flamingos

Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 8/23/2015

Spencer faces a tough decision when Joe has an idea for a new venture; Ricky is confronted by his dad; Charles gets another chance; and Jason and Spencer try to get through to Vernon once and for all.

Directors: Julian Farino
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Everybody Knows
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7.83
2422 votes

#8 - Everybody Knows

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 8/28/2016

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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Elidee
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7.81
2572 votes

#9 - Elidee

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 7/31/2016

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.

Directors: Julian Farino
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The Devil You Know
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7.81
930 votes

#10 - The Devil You Know

Season 4 - Episode 8 - Aired 9/30/2018

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.

Directors: Chloe Domont
Writer: Jason Lew
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Everything Is Everything
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7.79
2119 votes

#11 - Everything Is Everything

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 7/26/2015

Charles decides he is going to be selfish. Joe negotiates with Maximo. Ricky's off-field activities end up being revealed.

Directors: John Fortenberry
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Seeds of Expansion
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7.78
2356 votes

#12 - Seeds of Expansion

Season 3 - Episode 1 - Aired 7/23/2017

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.

Directors: Julian Farino
Writer: Rob Weiss
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World of Hurt
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7.73
2461 votes

#13 - World of Hurt

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 8/7/2016

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.

Directors: Julian Farino
Writer: Rob Weiss
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Who Wants a Lollipop
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7.72
756 votes

#14 - Who Wants a Lollipop

Season 5 - Episode 7 - Aired 10/6/2019

Spencer and Joe get into past grievances while working out a major player deal, after which Spencer makes a public statement that's sure to have consequences; Ricky is on the defensive in a meeting with a Hollywood bigwig.

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Saturdaze
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7.72
2399 votes

#15 - Saturdaze

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 8/21/2016

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.

Writer: Rob Weiss
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Machete Charge
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7.72
2158 votes

#16 - Machete Charge

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 7/19/2015

Ricky tries to find common ground with Alonzo. Charles's marriage is put to the test. Spencer and Joe step in to help Vernon with a crisis.

Directors: Seith Mann
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Ends
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7.71
2084 votes

#17 - Ends

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 8/2/2015

Ricky flies off the handle; Spencer and Charles say good-bye to Roddney; Jason meets his mother's new beau.

Writer: Rob Weiss
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Protocol Is for Losers
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7.70
885 votes

#18 - Protocol Is for Losers

Season 5 - Episode 1 - Aired 8/25/2019

While peacefully enjoying retirement and reflecting on his past, Spencer gets a tantalizing offer to become the first black majority team owner in professional football history. 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 outside of football, much to Reggie's chagrin.

Directors: Chloe Domont
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Heads Will Roll
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7.69
2206 votes

#19 - Heads Will Roll

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 7/12/2015

Spencer visits a neurologist. Charles gets pursued by a woman. Reggie tries to steal Vernon's renegotiation. Joe breaks the rules to get a client, while Ricky finds himself a mantra.

Directors: Julian Farino
Writer: Rob Weiss
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Crackback
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7.69
1792 votes

#20 - Crackback

Season 3 - Episode 9 - Aired 9/17/2017

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.

Directors: Julian Farino
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Most Guys
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7.69
2391 votes

#21 - Most Guys

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 8/14/2016

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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Yay Area
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7.68
1730 votes

#22 - Yay Area

Season 3 - Episode 10 - Aired 9/24/2017

Spencer and Joe get a late-game assist in their efforts to win over team owners. After soul-searching, Ricky maps out a new future. Jason gets Charles another crack at a coveted job. Reggie makes an impact at training camp.

Directors: Julian Farino
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The Kids Are Aight
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7.68
956 votes

#23 - The Kids Are Aight

Season 4 - Episode 7 - Aired 9/23/2018

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.

Directors: Chloe Domont
Writer: Jason Lew
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Gaslighting
star
7.68
2070 votes

#24 - Gaslighting

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 8/9/2015

Spencer tries to save Vernon by confronting his past; Ricky tries to reconcile with Bella; Charles finds that his football skills come in handy.

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Face of the Franchise
star
7.67
2849 votes

#25 - Face of the Franchise

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 7/17/2016

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.

Directors: Julian Farino
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