The Game

Season 5

TV-14

A spinoff of Girlfriends (2000) featuring a group of women who all have relationships with professional football players.

Where to Watch Season 5

22 Episodes

Skeletons
E1
SkeletonsSeason 5 opens with Melanie grappling with Derwin's accusation that she had an abortion. Meanwhile, Malik and Tasha deal with a drunken Jenna. Later, Tasha corners Malik about his relationship with Jenna; and a wild night comes back to haunt Jason.
The Truth Pact
E2
The Truth PactWhen Derwin rehires Irv it sets off Melanie searching for her role in life while Tasha sues Derwin and Irv for money she believes she is owed. Meanwhile, Malik is forced to evaluate his extravagant lifestyle.
No Money, Mo Problems
E3
No Money, Mo ProblemsHostility between Melanie and Tasha goes public at a fashion show. Elsewhere, Chardonnay's friends open Jason's eyes to racism; and Derwin takes Kwan under his wings. Note: Featuring Elimu Nelson and Kel Mitchell
The Black People Episode
E4
The Black People EpisodeJason meets Chardonnay’s friends who open his eyes to the racism in the world that fame has blinded him to. Derwin tries to get Kwan to follow his lead socially in hopes that it will translate to the field. Melanie and Tasha’s feud finds a public forum while preparing for the annual Sunbeams fashion show.
Grand Opening, Grand Closing
E5
Grand Opening, Grand ClosingChardonnay rejects Jason's proposal; Derwin is stunned when Melanie gets the diva treatment at church.
Drink, Pray, Love
E6
Drink, Pray, LoveMalik has a hard time letting go of his dream home when he's forced to short sell his mansion. Melanie has a showdown with Tasha at Drop Bar.
The Tricks Episode
E7
The Tricks EpisodeWhen a YouTube video of Malik and Derwin doing football tricks goes viral, the guys ride the wave hoping it takes Malik off the bench and back onto the field.
Matchmaker, Matchmaker... Mind Your Business!
E8
Matchmaker, Matchmaker... Mind Your Business!Tasha develops romantic feelings for a new man—but he turns out to be a male escort. Elsewhere, Melanie plays matchmaker at her dinner party, only to stir up tension with Derwin.
Keep Your Friends Close and Your Prostitute Closer
E9
Keep Your Friends Close and Your Prostitute CloserMelanie tries to connect with Janay by pushing Derwin closer to her fiancé. Elsewhere, Tasha forges ahead in her newfound relationship with a male escort.
Catfight on the Catwalk
E10
Catfight on the CatwalkMelanie hosts the Sunbeam's fashion show, but ends up being locked in the bathroom with Tasha. While having sex with three supermodels, Malik has trouble getting aroused, and goes to rehab to visit Jenna.
A Punch in the Gut... Full of Human
E11
A Punch in the Gut... Full of HumanJason's relationship with Chardonnay is tested by a third party; Melanie and Derwin receive troubling fertility news; Chardonnay reaches out to Tasha for relationship help.
Higher ground
E12
Higher groundTasha agrees to be the surrogate for Melanie and Derwin; Derwin's poker night turns into a raging bash.
There's No Place Like Home
E13
There's No Place Like HomeAn unexpected arrival tests Melanie and Derwin ; Malik mulls over an endorsement offer.
Derwin's About to go H.A.M
E14
Derwin's About to go H.A.MDerwin suffers consequences; Melanie's surrogate; Derwin's drama as a professional athlete.
Party in a Box
E15
Party in a BoxChardonnay grumbles that her relationship with Jason is purely physical, so Jason tries to make amends by introducing her to his friends. Meanwhile, Derwin faces the reality of Kwan's season-ending injury.
Fits and Starts
E16
Fits and StartsTasha and Pookie explore their friendship; Janay goes out of town; Melanie and Derwin stay busy.
A Woman's Right to Choose Herself
E17
A Woman's Right to Choose HerselfTasha's struggle with being a surrogate; Jason helps Chardonnay with her finances; Melanie's discontent with Derwin.
Breakthrough, Breakdown? Break- Through
E18
Breakthrough, Breakdown? Break- ThroughMelanie does some soul searching; Malik's relapse.
Let Them Eat (Cup) cake!
E19
Let Them Eat (Cup) cake!While Melanie is away interviewing for a residency position at Johns Hopkins in D.C., Derwin does everything he can to avoid returning to an empty home. Meanwhile, Tasha renews her commitment to celibacy by joining the "cupcake club" in an attempt to break her pattern and avoid ruining her new relationship with Pookie.
Cold Swine Sucks...And So Does Falling in Love
E20
Cold Swine Sucks...And So Does Falling in LoveTasha reads a text message on Pookie's phone and finds out he's been living with another woman. Meanwhile, due to the urging of Melanie, Derwin pushes Irv to explore a new contract offer in D.C., which results in Derwin receiving an even bigger counter offer from the Sabers.
Move Trick, Get out of the Way
E21
Move Trick, Get out of the WayMelanie and Derwin butt heads during the Sabres championship game week while Malik gets in a heated dispute when picking Jenna up from rehab. Also, Jason makes a decision about Chardonnay and his relationship with her and Pookie offers Tasha help.
The Championship Game Episode
E22
The Championship Game EpisodeIt's down to the wire Game fans! Can the Sabers pull off a championship win? Will Derwin and Melanie settle on a resolution to their potential long distance relationship? Will Malik cut ties with Jenna in order to maintain his professional success? Jason sends Chardonnay on a rollercoaster ride.