Straddle Topic from Wednesday Discussion Group

[Zeno]

Some consideration must be given to type of game, type of players plus your present table image, but my opinion is that 3-bet is not mandatory nor the best play in all situations. Smooth calling is a viable option.

An interesting follow on question would be, if you go with the 3-bet option, at which pocket pair do you not 3-bet with and only call. 3-bet with KK, QQ, JJ, down to TT's ? Lower? Smooth call with middle pairs? Would anyone ever 3-bet with pocket duces? What about a pair of Sevens?

-Zeno