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Message: [QUOTE="SyKoChiller, post: 2034744, member: 93873"] Its always good to know poker theory and all the different types of odds you can draw to but everyone else knows and uses them to some degree too. I'll assume most of the people at your home games are just casual/recreational players and have little to no experience with poker theory and odds, which explains the crazy raises and calls. If a person has knowledge of poker odds and the btb way to play they will use that to their advantage. I see people doing it in ring games all day long, that is; simply making it so your odds are not right and you really shouldn't call if you want to play it safe or by the book. In fact more often than not, you will have the stronger hand but be denied the proper pot odds to call. You just have to trust your instincts and judgment. I think your on the right track; play your strong hands aggressively and use your position to your advantage. [/QUOTE]