Re: How am I supposed to know that this is +EV?
The main concern in a spot like this is that you are the shortest stack at the table and must accumulate chips. Especially since you only have 7x the BB. Obviously, you're in the best position to steal as well, and you have plenty of chips for a lot of FE.
I just think the main thing to look at to recognize a push any 2 spot (in a situation like this) is when the stack sizes at the table relative to yours are such that you need to accumulate chips to stay "even" with the field. You aren't in a position where you can wait and fold your way into the money, so you need to compete for the blinds in good opportunities such as this one to stay afloat. Even though it's still vague and knowing exactly what to look for comes with experience, the question I always ask is "Do I NEED chips now to stay competitive, or can I wait for others to bust to increase my share of the prize pool?" Your example is a situation where you need those chips.
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