Adrian Lester

Joan gets into a scuffle with a handsome celebrity over a treadmill at the gym; William learns his sister is a lesbian.

Ellis unknowingly invites Joan's lover (Malik Yoba) to dinner; Maya wins William over with her legal expertise.

Lynn falls for a celibate spoken-word artist (Saul Williams); a poet (Common) publicizes Lynn's promiscuity, inspiring her to make an HIV documentary.

Joan is consigned to the shadows while attending a movie premiere with her beau; Toni tries to find a house for client Laila Ali.

Joan is jealous of Toni's recent engagement, and she takes out her frustration on Ellis; Toni anticipates getting gifts from her friends.

Toni thinks she might have genuine feelings for Dr. Garrett. John Salley guest stars.