1. Skeletons
Air date: 2012-01-10 · 30 min
Season 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.
Open episode 1 ↗2. The Truth Pact
Air date: 2012-01-10 · 30 min
When 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.
Open episode 2 ↗3. No Money, Mo Problems
Air date: 2012-01-17 · 30 min
Hostility 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
Open episode 3 ↗4. The Black People Episode
Air date: 2012-01-24 · 30 min
Jason 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.
Open episode 4 ↗5. Grand Opening, Grand Closing
Air date: 2012-01-31 · 30 min
Chardonnay rejects Jason's proposal; Derwin is stunned when Melanie gets the diva treatment at church.
Open episode 5 ↗6. Drink Fight Pray Love
Air date: 2012-02-07 · 30 min
Malik 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.
Open episode 6 ↗7. The Tricks Episode
Air date: 2012-02-14 · 30 min
When 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.
Open episode 7 ↗8. Matchmaker, Matchmaker... Mind Your Business!
Air date: 2012-02-28 · 30 min
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.
Open episode 8 ↗9. Keep Your Friends Close and Your Prostitute Closer
Air date: 2012-03-06 · 30 min
Melanie tries to connect with Janay by pushing Derwin closer to her fiancé. Elsewhere, Tasha forges ahead in her newfound relationship with a male escort.
Open episode 9 ↗10. Catfight on the Catwalk
Air date: 2012-03-13 · 30 min
Melanie 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.
Open episode 10 ↗11. A Punch in the Gut... Full of Human
Air date: 2012-03-20 · 30 min
Jason'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.
Open episode 11 ↗12. Higher Ground
Air date: 2012-03-27 · 30 min
Tasha agrees to be the surrogate for Melanie and Derwin; Derwin's poker night turns into a raging bash.
Open episode 12 ↗13. There's No Place Like Home
Air date: 2012-04-03 · 30 min
An unexpected arrival tests Melanie and Derwin ; Malik mulls over an endorsement offer.
Open episode 13 ↗14. Derwin's About to Go H.A.M.
Air date: 2012-04-10 · 30 min
Derwin suffers consequences; Melanie's surrogate; Derwin's drama as a professional athlete.
Open episode 14 ↗15. Party in a Box
Air date: 2012-04-17 · 30 min
Chardonnay 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.
Open episode 15 ↗16. Fits And Starts
Air date: 2012-04-24 · 30 min
Tasha and Pookie explore their friendship; Janay goes out of town; Melanie and Derwin stay busy.
Open episode 16 ↗17. A Woman's Right to Choose Herself
Air date: 2012-05-01 · 30 min
Tasha's struggle with being a surrogate; Jason helps Chardonnay with her finances; Melanie's discontent with Derwin.
Open episode 17 ↗18. Breakthrough. Breakdown? Break-through
Air date: 2012-05-08 · 30 min
Melanie does some soul searching; Malik's relapse.
Open episode 18 ↗19. Let Them Eat (Cup)cake!
Air date: 2012-05-15 · 30 min
Tasha joins the cupcake club to renew her celibacy. Derwin struggles with Melanie away.
Open episode 19 ↗20. Cold Swine Sucks... And So Does Falling in Love!
Air date: 2012-05-22 · 30 min
Tasha's discovers a text message; Derwin pushes Irv.
Open episode 20 ↗21. Move Trick, Get Out the Way
Air date: 2012-05-29 · 30 min
Derwin and Melanie's long distance relationship; Malik's success; Tasha becomes a surrogate; Jason and Chardonnay's conflict
Open episode 21 ↗22. The Championship Game Episode
Air date: 2012-06-05 · 30 min
It'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.
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