Flop Analysis
Checking is a solid choice here. While we have a range advantage on this Ace-high board, our specific hand is at the bottom of our range and benefits from seeing a free turn.
Checking back a dry flop with air and betting when we turn a pair is a high-EV way to realize equity and protect our range.
Checking is a solid choice here. While we have a range advantage on this Ace-high board, our specific hand is at the bottom of our range and benefits from seeing a free turn.
After checking back the flop, betting is mandatory once we turn second pair. We now have enough value to bet for protection and to get called by worse pairs or draws.