Flop Analysis
We have top pair, but this board is excellent for the SB's range. Calling is mandatory to protect our range, but we must proceed with caution.
When we hold a weak top pair on a board that favors the preflop raiser, we should play defensively and realize our equity through checking.
We have top pair, but this board is excellent for the SB's range. Calling is mandatory to protect our range, but we must proceed with caution.
Checking back is the most robust play. While we have the best hand often, our kicker is weak and betting doesn't accomplish much against SB's checking range.
The river pairs the King, improving us to two pair, but it also improves any Kx the SB was checking. Checking back to showdown is the correct high-frequency play.