Flop Analysis
While we have top pair, this board is extremely coordinated and hits the SB's calling range hard. Checking back is preferred to control the pot, but a small bet is a viable mix.
We must call down with top pair and the nut straight blocker when the board bricks out and the pot odds become irresistible.
While we have top pair, this board is extremely coordinated and hits the SB's calling range hard. Checking back is preferred to control the pot, but a small bet is a viable mix.
Facing a large check-raise, we have a mandatory call. We have top pair, the nut straight blocker (Ace), and a gutshot to the nuts.
The turn is a total brick. SB continues for a large sizing, and while it's uncomfortable, we cannot fold top pair with the nut blocker at this SPR.
The river is another brick. Once SB shoves, the pot odds are so extreme (6.6:1) that we only need to be right 13% of the time to call.