Re: SB defense standards
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Hands I call:
J9s, JTs, Q9s, QTs, 55, 66
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I think that calling with 55 and 66 is no bueno. These need to be included in the raise group.
I am really not sure how to play the others and I think my decision with these hands is almost always based on metagame considerations but that may be an incorrect approach.
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When deciding between 3-bet or call, you need to decide if you want the BB to come along or not. Does your hand have showdown value? Does it prefer to be heads-up or does it do well multiway?
As for 55 and 66, are you playing them for set value alone? Then call and let the BB in, to let you build a pot. If you want to have a chance of winning UI, then 3-bet.
Also, 3-betting is good to discourage people from taking shots at your blinds every time it's folded to them. You can't count on the BB to do this for you. [img]/images/graemlins/smile.gif[/img]
-- Kevin
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