Flop Analysis
When SB checks this Ace-high board, we should frequently bet for value and protection, though checking back is a viable mix to protect our weaker holdings. **Ranges:** SB has a range advantage due to their 3-bet preflop (AA, KK, AK), but our specific hand has ~80% equity against their overall range which includes many missed broadways and smaller pairs. **Board:** The two spades make this a semi-wet texture where we need to charge hands like KsQs or JsTs that have significant equity against our top pair. **Sizing:** A half-pot sizing is effective here; it's large enough to extract value from Tx and draws while not over-committing against the very top of SB's range. --- > **Takeaway:** When the preflop aggressor checks an Ace-high board, use your position to bet top pair for value and deny equity to draws.