[s5e16] Cryin' Won't Help You Now Link

Nathan encourages Quentin Fields to reinvent his basketball game to impress scouts despite his injury.

The episode is named after a song by Ben Harper . Key Highlights & Soundtrack [S5E16] Cryin' Won't Help You Now

is the 16th episode of the fifth season of One Tree Hill (the 104th episode overall). Originally aired on May 5, 2008 , the episode centers on the complex family dynamics following Dan Scott's revelation about his failing health and the professional milestones of several main characters. Plot Summary Nathan encourages Quentin Fields to reinvent his basketball

Peyton visits Lindsey in New York to ease her guilt over Lucas's breakup, but Lindsey remains firm that Lucas is still in love with Peyton—a sentiment reinforced when Peyton reads Lucas's second book and is moved to tears. Cast and Credits Lucas Scott Chad Michael Murray Nathan Scott James Lafferty Peyton Sawyer Hilarie Burton Haley James Scott Bethany Joy Lenz Brooke Davis Sophia Bush Dan Scott Paul Johansson Marvin "Mouth" McFadden Lee Norris Director: Greg Prange Writer: William H. Brown Originally aired on May 5, 2008 , the

The episode's primary tension revolves around Dan Scott’s claims of having a terminal heart condition.

Brooke introduces a new clothing line, "Baby Brooke," while balancing life as a new mother to her foster baby, Angie. Meanwhile, Mouth McFadden finally gets his breakthrough as a sports anchor, overcoming initial nerves to deliver a successful broadcast with support from Millicent.