"" is the fourth episode of the first season of the HBO sports comedy-drama series Ballers , which originally aired on July 12, 2015. Starring Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson as Spencer Strasmore, a retired NFL star turned financial manager, the series explores the high-stakes lifestyle and personal struggles of professional athletes in Miami. Plot Overview
: Vernon (Donovan W. Carter) and his childhood friend Reggie (London Brown) are at odds with Spencer regarding Vernon’s new contract. Reggie’s "hardball" negotiation tactics and ambitious financial demands—such as a massive guaranteed sum to start a hospital—threaten to derail Vernon's future. Ballers - Heads Will...
According to reviewers from The A.V. Club , the episode is praised for its "medical storyline," which gives Dwayne Johnson the opportunity to show a more vulnerable side of his character. However, some critics noted that while Spencer's arc is strong, the episode does little to significantly advance the other subplots. "" is the fourth episode of the first
