Is Game Theory Applicable Here?

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pzhon's summary is great

you can use the search function to find other similar threads.. the last one I remember was 'deal or no deal' I think.

He isn't saying that you are a weak poker player. He's agreeing with you in fact that its ok to sacrifice some EV for guaranteed money if the money means something to you. I personally may not give up any EV for only 250/240 bucks, it may have to be more.
now take this lesson and ensure that you don't play above your bankroll in order to allow you to keep pushing all edges