blinds defense exploit GTO value bet This video breaks down a poker hand focusing on river play with two-pair. Pete Clarke discusses whether to make a thin value bet or check behind, comparing GTO solver recommendations with exploitative considerations. He analyzes the hand street-by-street and provides insights on playing similar situations. Thin river value bets can be risky, often better to check behind. Four-straight runouts favor big blind. Solver prefers checking two-pair on this river. River Decisions and Range Considerations GTO solvers often discourage thin river value bets Two-pair becomes a clear check-back on four-straight rivers Big bets on flop and turn narrow value range significantly Four-straight runouts heavily favor big blind's range Exploitative thin value bets can work against certain opponents Avoid overgeneralizing; focus on specific hand context Mandatory bluffs exist even with bad blockers on favorable runouts
