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