Join Andrew Neeme at the tables as he demonstrates the art of set mining with a small pair and the bold moves that can lead to a thrilling victory, even against pocket kings.
Andrew Neeme: Andrew Neeme is a professional poker player and vlogger based in Las Vegas, known for his engaging poker vlogs, strategy discussions, and interactive livestreams. With a dedication to the game and a passion for sharing his experiences, Andrew has built a strong following in the poker community. Beyond actively playing, he contributes to player development through handhistorylounge.com, a platform he co-founded to help players discuss and improve their strategies by sharing hand histories. His approach to studying poker involves collaboration with other winning players and a commitment to continuous learning, as expressed on his personal website.
Set Mining Strategy: Participate in hands with the intention of hitting a set, but be ready to adapt post-flop.
Post-Flop Play: Consider a raise after the flop when the situation allows for future barreling opportunities.
Barreling Options: Identify specific cards (twos, threes, sevens, eights, diamonds) that allow for continued aggressive play on future streets.
Utilizing Blockers: Use your hand's straight blockers to make aggressive plays, such as all-in bluffs, when the board permits.
Aggressive Play: Don't hesitate to make bold moves like all-in bluffs when you believe you can force opponents with strong hands to fold.
Playing Pocket Pairs: Describes the strategy of 'set mining' with pocket pairs and considering a raise on a flop that may not be ideal, but still offers potential.
Strategic Aggression: Illustrates a scenario where raising and barreling with the intention to continue betting on certain turn cards that improve the player's perceived range or actual hand.
Bluffing with Blockers: Explains the use of straight blockers to execute a bluff when the desired run out doesn't appear, showing an understanding of when to apply pressure.
Psychology of Big Moves: Demonstrates the psychological impact of making big moves like an all-in bluff, which can be exciting and raise adrenaline levels ('get the blood going').
Hand Reading and Board Texture: Implicitly discusses how the board texture influences decisions, such as which cards to barrel on and when to attempt a bluff.
This article is a summary of the video Absolutely BLASTING... with a small pair? by Andrew Neeme published on March 29, 2023 at 17:30:02.
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