Ballers

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.

and I'm gonna let you purchase a piece of ASM.

And I'm sorry about firing you.

Christmas come early in the form of Ricky Jerret.

- A booty call is a booty call. - A booty call is a booty call.

(CLEARS THROAT)

What's good?

Don't even go there.

(LINE RINGING)

Yeah. Yeah, he's gonna need some help with some NFL pass rush moves,

♪ 'Cause if don't make dollars, it don't make sense ♪

Gentlemen, welcome to the Bertram Inn,

- Ed, it'll only take a minute, please. - Maybe some other time, Spence.

qualify you to handle these boys' money?

That doesn't look like a "we're going to Disney World" face.

♪ Put it on a nigga till his ass can't take it ♪

♪ Puff, puff pass with your lookin' ass ♪

I can fucking do that.

It'd be like fucking an ex-girlfriend

One of many I'm sure we'll regret in the years to come.

- Well, good seeing you guys, man. - Yeah.

- Edward! - What's up, Jay?

He had the whole staff believing in something besides numbers for once.

- How you know that? - I'm here at 4:30.

First order of business will be to get you out on the road.

It's actually not hard to succeed in this league, guys.

Well, a lot of... a lot of you are gonna soon find out

and I convinced him to go in on a real estate deal...

It's gonna be someone like me

You just need to know that I'm sorry.

That's the kind of fire I like to see from my men.

(RICKY CHUCKLES)

- What cover? - Cover two.

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.

- We agreed on a price. - I like this price.

that Spencer is no longer with us.

Hence, my offer is what it is.

Man, you've been in there about an hour. My toes are pruning.

He still trying to drum up cash to start his own shop?

but he gambled his last chips on you, yeah.

Get ready to have your fucking day made, my bald friend.

So, he's trying to take advantage

Oh, okay.

I am so sorry, I was busy doing a whole bunch of other important shit.

You all right?

Too bad Alcatraz isn't open

from the financial apocalypse, Joe.

- What? - What, you gonna say something?

You got at least three good seasons left in you.

Thank you.

- It's been way past five seconds, bro. - You count too fast.

Man, he said you lent us every dime you had last year.

But, no.

- You did a paper on the Carlisle? - Yeah.

Well, your off-the-field behavior

Good, 'cause I didn't come out here to bring on another camp body.

A place that won't have you falling back into old habits.

and who are driven to continue building this entire firm.

Mr. Anderson, take that million dollars in cash

you bring me the full asking price,

And I didn't even have to use the full 20 grand.

No, we just wanted something easier on the environment.

but this motherfucker is not one of them.

How are you feeling?

So, is it gonna take a pulmonary embolism to get you in here?

You have a good day, Kelly.

Cam Newton, Aaron Rodgers or Tom Brady?

Yeah, well improvising is what you got shipped out.

But that team, they were so interested in self-promoting,

This location is perfect for condos.

Let's not forget that I advised you to invest $600,000,

and you also knew, Andre, if everything went south,

but ASM does, and I'm gonna buy that company.

I was just getting to know Kiki.

I checked the ticket prices and they skyrocketed!

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.

this bright and early, Strasmore.

but I can't help feeling like everything we've built

Move forward where?

- Dope. One-handed. - Oh, shit.

I left ASM and I'm branching out on my own.

the clients, the infrastructure, the whole enchilada.

our manifest destiny.

or we can use this opportunity

And across from me there is an empty office.

The hottest stock on the street right now is you.

into the greatest money-making machine

Look, we set you up with some GMs

I was drunk and they had a few on the rack next to the nudie mags.

Hey, listen, that's a total double standard

Believe it or not, I got a better chance

And my friends.

Mental error is all the difference

- Sorry for the hold up. - Hey, no problem.

My business is golden, Jeff.

Let me ask you a question, son.

Scouts talk about it.

Yeah, you know I had to get a jump on that Miami traffic.

Got Joe's famous potato salad. It's finally here, relax!

No, no, no, okay. Break the cell phones.

We're working hard. Jason is pounding the phones.

I'm looking at a billion dollars' worth of talent

but the kid's got a shot.

Come on. See you.

Aw, fellas.

Y'all enjoy yourselves.

The Rams are pressing Jason. They need an answer.

All right, we'll talk Rams later.

Hey, if you don't want to throw in,

this is not the draft class

Had a good year last year. I was hoping for a few more.

You're probably gonna develop a brain tumor

You got it.

- Guys, good to see you. Steph. - Hi!

I know it's far away right now, but you're gonna get there.

Sizz, not on my whites. That shit's clean.

than what I ever thought I could achieve.

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.

But yet you stood around long enough to field a job offer

No, knock yourself out.

I'm gonna teach you how to do it with some dignity.

you got caught buck booty naked with them twins.

The one place I actually wanted to go.

Tyrod's cool and I'm liking them new unis,

so we're gonna want the top dog on my show, man.

I got to admit that toying with Spencer and Joe

But you cannot build a company on the back of one single client.

without your registration is considered tampering. Shame on you.

Give a big hug and a kiss to Katya for me.

of me and you from the old days when you were happy.

What the fuck are we doing here, Max?

Yeah, yeah, there's something else.

Even more reason to do this.

- Like a mentor. - You're a really good person.

- He doesn't want to leave. - Bingo.

Not a nickel more.

See you got yourself a new toy.

so better I just get out your way.

Hello. How the fuck are you this fine afternoon?

Then that works out great.

As soon as Jacori took off, man, it was game over.

But you and I both know it's less about the body,

Line him up over here. Now you got trips in the backside.

- Travis. - I just need a second.

I don't think the sound guy from inside could quite pick that up, man.

That I'm stupid, that I'm dumb, some big, dumb football player.

No.

drop my corner to send my will on the backside

Oh, what a surprise.

So what did you give him?

Saw you cut Kovac in front of a bunch of five-year-olds.

- 'Cause I want you to do it. - Well, I ain't doing it.

Hey, they had career years together, though.

Thank you, Antonio.

Anderson's not a fucking idiot.

- Believe me, I've been there. - My prescription ran out.

No, no, no, no, you're an assassin.

But I wanted to live that lifestyle.

Ranch. Or blue cheese if you like.

- I got a knack for this kind of stuff. - No shit.

- Better D up. - Run it back.

Here you go.

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.

No, he's just straight up my fishing buddy.

I'm talking about our job.

I want you to tell him.

Yes, sir.

It's the art of doing business without doing any business at all.

things will move along a lot quicker, all right? So we got a job to do.

- You remember Jason Antolotti. - Of course.

I mean, look. Do those hands look small to you?

You gonna sabotage this whole thing before we even push off?

Y'all still sitting in the same spot

A brother hating on a brother for being a brother.

when they offered that contract to Alonzo.

So you're saying I'm still shit-faced and slurring my words?

I am right here for you.

Don't be silly. I always got time for the Black Swan.

No, no. No, I am okay.

I thank God every day for that wonderful doctor here in Miami, Charles.

Whoo!

okay, all season long, he still wreaked havoc.

and went on to have a pretty good career, right?

I think we need to up the drinks.

Whole thing just makes me want to cry.

Why don't we have a drink in private?

- New Orleans. - Oh.

Oh, there he is.

When it's over, it's over, pal.

How about right now?

We can manage that.

Shalom, Jason.

I wish I could take all the credit, but it's a team effort.

That never happens.

Don't let him keep you down.

It's okay, baby.

I didn't expect to see you back so fucking fast.

I'd have preferred to hear it from you, big man.

He gonna run today or what?

Oh, now you want to be a hands-on parent, right?

Fuck you!

So case closed.

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.

over the unknowns of swamp water any day of the week.

but the background checks take time.

Jay.

- I got to go. - Already told you to slow down.

Well, that's just not healthy.

Uh-huh, yeah, I feel you. How about a cat?

Buffalo wants you badly.

combined with their state-of-the-art training facility,

Damn animals smell better than he does.

Monkeys... you don't want a fucking monkey.

Marshawn got the tortoise.

Oh, shit!

Hello.

Thank you.

to break your funk, not to see you sink deeper into it.

They give me the nut support that I receive on field off field

demonic, overgrown fucking poodle on the loose and shit.

Look, it's not easy playing second banana to a star like Vern.

but what I'm saying is... what I'm saying is we have value.

Now, my boy Vernon needs a new friend, okay?

You think you're gonna find a fashion show in Buffalo

And you should have plenty more offers after the year you had.

but I'm pretty sure it's not Buffalo.

I might shit all over the marble floors.

Now, that's very possible.

- Clyde the Glide? - The one and only.

Yeah, thank you. Hey, your guy Joe is fucking relentless.

- Spencer Strasmore. - Yo.

That's 'cause how I came up. Now, I thought I believed in what you were doing.

That's why you guys were at the bottom of the league in rushing last season.

Ah, right, and not one of them will give a fuck about you long-term

Most guys couldn't do that.

Most guys.

- Blow me. - 17, 18, 19.

26 reps.

I never used to give a shit what people thought about me.

doesn't say a thing about the man who goes out every Saturday

Wait, really? You don't have a sex...

we felt it necessary to take a look at yours.

Four-year extension in '99.

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.

Yep, she works for Suh.

We all God's children, T.

- Let's go. - Come on, man. Who gonna eat this shit?

that we tore it up at the Delano in '08.

So how does one go about getting an invitation

Fuck.

Oh, my goodness. Would you look at this car.

I brought you me. The rest of this shit

Just saying, you remember what a slant is, right?

- Oh! - It's very rare.

Think you good, man.

on exactly when and where the injury occurred.

Good-bye, Reg.

I know how Andre operates.

Ricky Jerret just got passed over by the Dolphins.

- He's a surefire first-round draft pick. - Really?

600 for a beach bar in Key Largo.

Sizz was gonna leave him whether he signed with us or not.

I'm telling you, I still don't know anything.

That's got to count for something.

Nate, turn the TV back on.

Now is not the time, y'all, for real.

while Vernon's career is on the line?

You know, I had 15 other agents out here to see me.

Well, looks like you're pushing, pretty boy.

Give us a push. More!

but my recovery time this year was quicker than any of the past seasons.

Okay.

Man, your mama didn't want me around, boy.

Who you talking to, "Duck Dynasty" motherfucker?

Here are the keys to the house and the car.

- Well, fuck. Give us some heads up. - Yeah.

You first.

Turns out there is life after disbarment.

There's been a heap of speculation

And we expect to see him back on the field at some point next season.

- Ah, fuck. - How you feeling, Reggie?

Signed a new right tackle, put me on waivers.

I hear your baby waking up.

- Hey, Joe, do me a favor. - Yeah.

All right, look, man, I'm... I'm sorry.

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.

And stop one is getting you to Cafe Du Monde to get you a beignet.

We're gonna get you inside.

- We're gonna get you better. - Cool.

Please, please, heavenly Jesus.

Stay strong, brother.

They got a snack bar. The snacks are delicious.

Just a matter of time.

Pssh, blocking Chandler Jones is a challenge.

I'm sorry, baby. I promise you I'm listening,

- Man, is he okay? - He's scared shitless and he should be.

I told Victor we'd get him a dance studio.

His pitch was very heartwarming. He started to cry.

Vernon, you have an entire organization, teammates that depend on you.

- Three cone L drills. - I don't like to lie.

and you put up 217 yards mostly on little slants.

Yeah.

but affordable so anybody can come.

That's what Andre said.

Oh, my God, will you just hold on to your principles

- We already got the tab. - That's what I'm talking about.

I mean, I guess if this is what the Dolphins want, I got no choice.

Hey, Reg, man, let me know when he gone.

Hal even flew in from Dallas and said that he wasn't home.

So we just hack them out.

Yeah, Steve Smith played till he was 36.

Rick, how's the Big Easy, brother? Talk to me.

Instead, I'm flying my ass around all over the country trying to get a new job.

Oh, some dude named Andre Alan called

and let him run into the arms of the competition?

What? What you mean?

just to honor your dead mother is not the way to do it, brother.

Let's build a beautiful hotel

hard to remember you as a football player.

I got a different idea.

Sorry, I was just doing what Vern asked me to do.

So I shut the phone down.

Brother, make the call.

Doing my best, sir.

Paintball. Ever tried it?

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.

- Bring any raw meat? - Yeah, one of the burgers was rare.

Well, it's sore as fuck by the way, okay?

it got me wondering, where the fuck is my money at?

Man, Andre's full of shit and I don't even think he really believes in me anymore.

But, you know, there are no guarantees in life, right?

- What the fuck are you doing? - What the fuck are you doing?

I'm not clearing it with the old man. This is my division.

Yeah, I'm sure you have, but it's not gonna start with me now.

It's Terrell Suggs calling for Andre Alan, please.

- Shit. - Wow, way to dig in on his ass.

Thanks for the invite, Legs. I've been brown-bagging it for nearly 20 years.

I want to be the first to break where he lands.

to use a personal relationship to hook a story.

Jason's all over it. So am I.

let's run those numbers, huh?

What the fuck do you provide?

and that slippery bald white guy that always carrying Spencer's jockstrap.

Mmm.

and they still paid Mitch more.

How's 1,500 a week sound? That fair?

Does that guy ever work? Ever?

I... I'm not at risk.

Old habit.

so I can go back to work and I can finally put this stabbing sensation

- That's right. - Until that happens

I got female problems in both locations. Pass.

You bring a ring to Buffalo, you will be a god, Ricky.

and a chance to take a dump on the Dolphins twice a year.

all right, and they are in need of playmakers.

Your leadership in the huddle.

I protected your little candy ass quarterback's

Now you want another round?

I like that I feel uncomfortable around this many white people these days.

if we should be doing this.

Come on, Vin, don't mess with the kid.

I'm sorry, giving you life after football wasn't enough?

Buddy, there's something else I got to tell you.

- This is Caroline Wozniacki, of course. - Sure.

Anderson had moved shop recently.

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.