Flop Analysis
Checking back is the most robust play here. While we have an open-ended straight draw, the board texture heavily connects with the SB's 3-betting range, and checking allows us to realize our equity for free.
We successfully realized our equity with a straight and maximized value on the river after Villain showed weakness.
Checking back is the most robust play here. While we have an open-ended straight draw, the board texture heavily connects with the SB's 3-betting range, and checking allows us to realize our equity for free.
We have turned a K-high straight and must call. SB's lead represents a range that includes many two-pair hands and sets that we now dominate, though we must be mindful of the nut straight (AT).
After SB checks the river, we have a clear value bet. While the 5h completes a backdoor flush, SB's check-call line on the turn and check on the river makes a flush unlikely, leaving us with a massive range advantage.