Re: Middle set.
Standard (and solid) line is the check-raise here. However, against a thinking opponent, I might lead out here for less than half the pot. If he reads you for a draw, he'll be forced to raise a lot to price you out. Then you can 3-bet and take down a bigger pot. Additionally, if he just calls your bet, you have a better idea that you are well ahead in the hand. He may have picked up a draw, and you can lead again on a blank river (for more of the pot, as it could look like a busted draw steal)
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