Flop: 3-bet Pots

Question 1

What are the general differences on the flop in 3-bet pots vs single raised pots? (2)

Answer 1

1. SPR is lower so bet sizes will be smaller
2. Ranges will be stronger and more clearly defined

Question 2

How should you make your decisions as preflop 3bettor with the range advantage?

Answer 2

Use the range advantage flowchart

Question 3

What are some general rules for the flop as the preflop 3bettor? (2)

Answer 3

1. You can usually bet your entire range.
2. Bet more often and larger OOP.

Question 4

If your range contains 40% or more premium hands on the flop, what should you do?

Answer 4

Bet your entire range

Question 5

How should your bet sizes adjust in 3bet pots? Why?

Answer 5

They should be smaller because of the lower SPR

Question 6

Which draws should you not bet in 3bet pots when checked to?

Answer 6

Marginal draws you don’t want to get blown off of

Question 7

When facing a bet on Ac-9d-3s, you’ll raise more on the flop if you’re in position against the 3-bettor. (True or False)

Answer 7

False. You raise more OOP

Question 8

You’re in the LJ facing a 25% bet from the
BTN 3bettor on Ks-Qs-2d. What should you do with 8-8? Why?

Answer 8

Fold. You have plenty of kx and qx to continue with.

Question 9

When you’re in the LJ facing a SB 3bettor check on 8d-7s-4s, what bet size should you use? Why?

Answer 9

Small. You want to bet small and frequently on low connected boards when checked to.

Question 10

When you’re in the LJ facing a 25% pot bet from the BTN 3bettor on Ac-9d-3s, are 5-5 - 2-2 good check/raising candidates? Why?

Answer 10

Yes because it’s hard to find draws on this flop so these can turn straight draws or sets.