hard · Poker Theory Fundamentals

Game: No-Limit Hold'em | Format: Cash Game | Blinds/Antes: 1/2, no ante | Effective Stacks: 100 bb | Hero Position: BB | Pot Size: 30 bb | Board: 9♥ 8♥ 7♠. Facing a turn bet, why is a hand like 65s (straight) considered 'vulnerable' despite being the current nuts?

1. Hero should always slowplay the nuts to trap the opponent.
2. The hand has zero 'Equity Realization' because it cannot improve. (under this line) (under this line)
3. Any T, J, or Q on the river could easily counterfeit the straight or give the opponent a higher one.
4. The SPR is too low to protect the hand from being bluffed.

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