Doyle Brunson, Amarillo Slim and Sailor Roberts

[Roy Munson]

Recently during a bout of insomnia I logged some time with a TV special on the life of Doyle Brunson.

Doyle stated that when he used to travel with Amarillo Slim and Sailor Roberts that they played out of the same bankroll. Would this not lead to collusion among the three, especially against players who may not have been aware of this arrangement?

This has also led me to think about the legendary "big game" at the Bellagio that everyone seems to be fascinated with.
I do not wish to incriminate specific players but according to many there are a group of regulars in this game who seem to have a good working relationship with each other. Is it unrealistic to believe that they may subtly work with each other against any non-regular who happens to find their way into this game?