The Game· Season 1 · Episode 21
When the Chickens Come Home to Roost (1)
During ESPY week in Los Angeles, Derwin gets an unexpected endorsement deal and is left to celebrate with Drew Sidora, while Melanie is busy studying in San Diego. Malik runs into Renee an old flame, but when things heat up and she wants to spend time with him in public, he gets cold feet because she is overweight. Feeling conflicted, Malik asks Tasha for advice to sort out his feelings about Renee. Meanwhile, Jason gets a reality check when he is asked to speak on camera and conduct special interviews for ESPN. Later, Melanie and Derwin have a heated argument about their impending engagement status. Kelly helps Tasha get new clients by using an unusual sales technique.
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