Answering an open from the blinds with a call or 3-bet.
The BB has already paid 1bb, so folding always loses something. That is why the BB can call wide. Against a BTN open to 2.5bb, another 1.5bb plays for a 5.5bb pot.
Related terms
- BB (poker)The seat left of the SB, which acts last preflop.
- Defending the BB (poker)The BTN opens and you call in the BB (you are OOP).
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