The Pocket Jacks Curse: Why does everyone hate this hand?

Nameless14

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Pocket Jacks is statistically a premium hand, yet almost every player dreads seeing it. How do you personally play JJ pre-flop without losing your mind?
 
Das991992

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Pocket Jacks are strong, but they always seem to come with a little drama. 😅
The problem is that they’re great against lower pairs but uncomfortable when the board brings an overcard.
Still, I’d rather have JJ than complain about them! 🃏
 
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