Look, I'll always straddle if the table is doing it, but I have no problem with someone that doesn't want to do it. Some people may be shot taking in the game, or just don't want to do it. These are public casino games. No players owes anything to the other players at the table, and a player absolutely should be able to play the stakes that are listed without being ostracized or pressured. I actually have more respect for the player that stands their ground than the player that does something they don't want to just to go with the flow. JMO though.
I agree with this. Lex O is out of line to mention it more than once to the guy. It gives him an advantage and he should take the edge. If all the other people want to be idiots and play at a disadvantage, that's on them. If their desperate to play higher stakes, then go play higher stakes.
Same thing happened to me at the 5/10 at the HR soon as I sat down they said they’re doing an auto straddle. I only sat down cause I was waiting for the 5/5/10 plo. I said good for you but never straddle. A couple of them get upset and started mouthing off so I said I’m not going o straddle I’m waiting for another game I’m third on the list and when my names called I’m out of here so there just going to have to deal with it. They muttered under their breath but nothing g happened and I refused to straddle until I moved to the PLo game as I’m leaving one guy started yapping g again when I challenged him to okay HU plo for 5/10 or 10/10 and he finally shut up. End of story. The game is 5/10 not 5/10/25. It’s a casino not a private game so 🖕🏻
I think raise or fold makes sense. He can't lose the nit game this hand, so it shouldn't really force his action. Calling $1600 and not closing the action seems like a strange choice. In his own analysis, he said the player to his left would at least call. So, at best, he calls out of position and sees a flop with a hand that should be raising preflop? At worst, the limper squeezes and he is forced to fold preflop. I don't get it
Nothing is good for the table. You don't have people choosing to not go play poker because nobody is doing an all in blind hand. The concept of "good for the table" is asinine.
@@edwin8055, ur wrong! The game is 5/10. They should make it 5/10/20 or mandatory straddle. U can’t force ppl to do what u want. Who are u to make rules?
Watching your mental health vlogs to watching this one is a 180. I appreciate your honesty. Losing a big session and saying it as a positive vibe in the end is growth my friend. Looking forward to future vlogs.
Chin up Lex. I've been watching your vlogs for about a year and a half now and I've learned so much from you. I know its tough right now but in the long run this is only going to be a minor bump in the road. Keep faith and keep grinding, you're a great player and this is just short term variance.
Been watching the vlogs from the beginning. I was struggling in Colombia trying to take care of my girlfriend and her kid from someone else. I appreciate your videos getting me through those tough times. You have to play wisely when you go out to LA for the big games man. Driving your Audi onto the table with just A5 will not cut it out there. They will call you with even weaker hands than JJ. Best of luck following your dreams, but play smart and patient! Blessings, Frazz
it DOES suck for the table, BUT it is not a private game, it it not an exclusive game, it is not a 'friends only game' and when he joined the game, it was not listed as a mandatory straddle game 'on the board' - IF there are other games available at those stakes, he can ask to switch tables
I like this channel more than some of the others because you keep everything honest. Most UA-camrs wouldn't tell their viewers about the loss. It's gotta be tough to talk about a loss like that. You played the A5 suited perfectly but just got unlucky that someone just called preflop with jacks. That's not something you see a lot. Anyway, keep your head up and you'll make it back within couple good runs.
Something that I have learned over the years is once you are ahead big and lose it back it is time to go, I actually try leave just before even and just book a small win. When the game turns it's time to go and don't look back. Remember how you got where you are, and I am just guessing but probably not gambling so much and just playing solid poker.
I just love your storytelling. It keeps us on our toes. I couldn't figure out the outcome! One of your most exciting vlog ever. Good job on the vlog. The thing is even if you play ridiculous stakes I will never be able to play myself, I feel I can still relate.
Alright, So, I have sat at 5-10 tables with 25 straddle. I Generally don't play more than 1500 ish buy in. IF there is a lot of dead money at the table ill straddle but at times when the table is filled with pros I don't join the straddle. It is more of a feel. I would change tables but my area only gets 1 table that high. So I get it from both sides you and the opp.
You're one of my favorite vloggers and this vlog was so well put together as a storyline. It had its ups and downs and I was rooting for a good outcome from the get-go. Unfortunately it didn't end well for you but your courage in issuing it speaks to what a great vlogger you are, There will be better days ahead for you. You seem to play within your bankroll and have great hand reading skills. BTW, anyone who compares you to Rampage and his current downturn is way off base.
Had me dead 💀 when u said here's the positive side lol. Biggest mistake is not listening to your gut! When u first said or had the thought to leave ...YOU LEAVE..it always ends how it ended. Always
If anyone at the table actually liked Rex they would've paid it for him. I've seen this happen numerous times before where someone's night isn't going well and someone steps up to help them out after being felted.
Another great blog. I've learned so much from you. Thanks for sharing the ups and the downs. I really don't think you made bad decisions. You could easily win those same pots the next time. The only thing I'll add is that once you have the feeling that maybe you should leave, you should leave. Whenever i get that feeling, If i stay, I'll lose my winnings plus more.
Thanks for ALL the content Lex. I really enjoy watching your videos and to “some” of your pre/post comments, however, I did appreciate the self reflection of this video. Best of luck to you the rest of the year and keep me posted if you ever make it out to Phoenix, as Talking Stick has a pretty awesome new Poker Room. Thanks again, Mike
Lex, just a very minor suggestion for your vlogs. When you record narratives from your kitchen, the audio level is much lower than the rest of the vlog. If possible, adjust volume up a bit during these segments, perhaps in post. (Nice Hershey's bar in the background!) Keep up the fantastic vlogs! Cheers!
When I played $10-$25 a few years back I politely told the table there is no $50 straddle coming from me, but you guys keep doing what you do ;) Nobody really seemed to really care. One guy lost a $20k pot with a Nut flush and didn't even seem to be bothered, but when the cocktail waitress was slow to come back with his drink - it was the end of the world LOL.
It’s ok on occasion for recreational player. No one should say anything. It’s not ok for a semi- pro or pro grinder, other pros should call out the poor etiquette. Non straddling NITs run off the whales. I’d rather get the comps from the casino and lose 5-10k at the roulette or craps table than to give my $$ to a boring, grinding, angling, NIT. About 6 months ago, a guy like this jammed 2k preflop with AA and I snapped him off with 7/3 suited because I was up 8k and wanted to smash him. He reloaded for 5k. I tipped the dealer $50 and the brush $50 and asked them to take my chips to the cage before the guy could even get his chips reloaded….I looked right at him and said….”You’ll never get these chips back, the Peppermill will… but I’ll never sit in a game with you again”! How bad is that for the other players? They lost opportunity because of that douche! 😂😂 Your assessment was spot on and I agree with you, most big players don’t mind and enjoy the company of other recreational players, regardless of the straddle or gamble threshold. But we HATE PRO Grinders, who tip like shit & ruin the fun.
@@jamesjurss846he will get it back. People like you come back and donate with their 73. Over and over. Good job on trying to donate but failing this time 😆
man, that was tough! I think you are right, poker is a mental game and that the side that one has the most control over. here's to those big pots going your way further down the line 💪
This is possibly a case of being in a game that is getting too big for you to comfortably play. The A♣️5♣️ shove was a gamblers mentality, not a smart poker move. Just my opinion, but if you are constantly either walking away a winner, or broke, you are crossing the line between playing cards and gambling. At the 1/3 and 2/5 levels the gamblers were the guys you ate for breakfast. Don’t be on the menu due to pride. As always, great content and thanks for sharing!
Well that was an absolute cluster fuck of a session. Really appreciate the effort and very open and honest review of said session. Hopefully that stays as one of the worst sessions you have ever had. I'll be watching out for the next vlog very eagerly as per usual 🙂
8k raise is a stronger play than the all in vs VIP, even with limited behind. It actually shows more strength than the all in given what you have behind. Gives you an opportunity to navigate the flop and bluff if you don’t get put all in pre. If you do get shoved on pre after your raise, you are probably beat and get to chose weather you want to gamble or live to fight another day. Either way, enjoyed the vlog. Great stories and hope you get to grow and learn from playing bigger games.
The bottom line that the guy doesn't have to do anything he wants to do. If he doesn't want to straddle... Too bad. I'm never going to let anyone try forcing me to do something that I'm not required to do.
If it’s that important, go play 10/20. I think straddling is terrible for the game. Lex is punting $30k anyway, why does that straddle even matter at that point?
@@jamesjones2675if you think straddling is bad, do you also think the big blind is bad? Since that’s just a “straddle” of the small blind. Think before you actually speak. Straddling UTG is a good thing for the game.
As a non local, is there any other 5/10 games available? Because a jump from 2/5 or 5/5 too a compulsary 5/10/25 seems rediculous, and I can understand why alot of people wouldnt agree to put on this straddle. A winning pro who plays big games, absolutely I agree not putting on the straddle is terrible ettiquite, but a regular everyday player or someone who is just moving up in stakes, how do you think its fair for them?
Also, as a side note, I would never be the player to not put on the straddle. If the game was too big, I wouldn't play... But should it be the case that someone joined, I wouldn't have an issue should they not want too due to the reasons above.
Tough one Lex! My $.02 Have you thought about the pre-flop raise size on that big pot? Smaller raise on that one, no? 2k and a call, you do better with a 5-6x raise to 10-12k, with a flop shove on good flops don’t you think? No need to shove pre to make it big enough to get better to fold. Also gives you an escape hatch if somebody shoves over you pre or you get an ugly flop. Obviously the game is always easy in hindsight, I get that. Still love your stuff though, you are a great player just think you got a little too caught up in the moment on this one.
Lex, that was the most depressing end to a poker vlog ever. 😢 For some reason, I thought you were going to end with a big win. Now I have a headache and stomachache. Please excuse me while I go throw up.
Yes. But if the whole table straddles, you sit at the table and you don’t want to. But they are. You can move to a different 5/10 or lower your stakes. It’s clear you can’t handle 5/10/25 I’ve went to a casino, where I wanted to play 1/2. I came with 3 bullets 900 I came to the casino, the 1/2 game, ended up being a 2/5/10 25 straddle. by the end of the session, 5 hours stacks sitting around 7-10k
I get it Lex, respect putting your money up to make a point, and taking the loss like a bawse! Whenever there is a discrepancy less than 5$ at a table that takes more than a minute or so ro resolve, i regularly find myself throwing money to resolve issues that have nothing to do with me, to shut people up and move the game along. I fuggin hate a doosh who has 2k in front of him arguing with a dealer over a dollar, whenever i spend my money to solve someone elses dispute i like to mention to the doosh responsible how the 3$ doesnt mean shit to me
I play at Hard Rock a couple times a week....1st video of yours i am watching, will watch more. Guess they don't let you record in the big game for the VLOG? Chris here.
"If the whole table is auto-straddling you dont want to be the one person who doesn't because it gives you a MASSSIVE edge......." I prefer massive edges when i can get them
@@captaincrush37it’s public casino. If it’s a private game then yea sure you should straddle if that’s the game. In a public casino,,, not going to force me to do it however to be a sport I’ll offer to put it name on the Transfer list to another game. That’s as far as I’m going to go
Poker and life intertwine at times. Sounds to me that even though the dollar loss is life changing, you grew as a man and as a human being. Poker is your job. Your profession. One of your passions. But it doesn't define you as a man. My condolences upon your loss. My congratulations upon your emotional growth.
If it's his job and he's taking it seriously, he'd learn bankroll management. He'd also learn that if he's playing a game where the money matters to him and it doesn't matter to the others at the table then he's at a huge disadvantage.
As a general rule and though it could be completely wrong, I refuse to apply the "big blinds left" philosophy to cash games. I'd rather burn the $5k I have left slowly than one shot on a mediocre hand.
Lex, you have too much backbone, too much honor and too much shame. You can't be the life of everybody's party. You went all in with this guy because it was good for the table. And you didn't want to hit and run. Too much sacrifice. Set some limits on that. It's poker. We're all trying to kill each other. If you want to be kind spring for a headstone...
Seriously. This guy is nuts. I lost three grand one time ina. Five ten plo and wanted to die after. Couldn't imagine losing forty grand in one sitting esp when up twenty and esp when shot taking basically. Gambling addiction is a serious problem man. I know from personal experience.
@@uhhmike it’s easy when you are winning. Takes a different type to handle the downswing and minimize the loss. I’ve seen many make that punt out frustration with the rest of the stack but damn. I’ve never witnessed a $20k punt. That’s brutal.
A ton of respect for you, Lex. Big losses are inevitable when you play high stakes. But as you said, it is a only 70bb, 100bb decision. And it seems like your decisions at those spots, did have positive EV, so just keep playing and you will be fine. However, do you have the bankroll to sustain these swings?
Getting called by JJ after going all in with Ac5c for a $60K pot. Runout ensues: Kd 6h 7h Qc 2s (1x only) LexO's celeb poker coach's reaction (Michael Scott/The Office): " No! God! Please! No God! No! No! Nooooooooo!!!"
O poker é um jogo de pessoas. Acredito que cada situação é isolada e cada ambiente tem sua própria amostragem de ranges e adversários, independente de uma regra mainstream que é baseada unicamente em estatística. Sua jogada foi boa, fundamentada nos ranges e no estilo dos jogadores, infelizmente não flipou. E você queria mesmo o fold que não ocorreu. Acontece! Goood Player, good play, good gambling! Aguardo outros videos!
Another great vlog Lex, sorry about the ending! However, I am in agreeance with the crowd that thinks the guy shouldn’t be pressured into straddling. He came there for 5/10, he doesn’t have to do it imo.
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Respect for telling the big hand story. I probably would’ve slunk away into obscurity for a while after that lol
Does that hand put him negative for the year?
Thank you for taking us through that experience. You didn’t have to and it shows a lot of character and strength. Thanks again.
Look, I'll always straddle if the table is doing it, but I have no problem with someone that doesn't want to do it. Some people may be shot taking in the game, or just don't want to do it.
These are public casino games. No players owes anything to the other players at the table, and a player absolutely should be able to play the stakes that are listed without being ostracized or pressured. I actually have more respect for the player that stands their ground than the player that does something they don't want to just to go with the flow. JMO though.
sounds like a 1-2 player, you'll never be in the big game
I agree with this. Lex O is out of line to mention it more than once to the guy. It gives him an advantage and he should take the edge. If all the other people want to be idiots and play at a disadvantage, that's on them. If their desperate to play higher stakes, then go play higher stakes.
Same thing happened to me at the 5/10 at the HR soon as I sat down they said they’re doing an auto straddle. I only sat down cause I was waiting for the 5/5/10 plo. I said good for you but never straddle. A couple of them get upset and started mouthing off so I said I’m not going o straddle I’m waiting for another game I’m third on the list and when my names called I’m out of here so there just going to have to deal with it. They muttered under their breath but nothing g happened and I refused to straddle until I moved to the PLo game as I’m leaving one guy started yapping g again when I challenged him to okay HU plo for 5/10 or 10/10 and he finally shut up. End of story. The game is 5/10 not 5/10/25. It’s a casino not a private game so 🖕🏻
Yeah I’m definitely not obligated to straddle. I don’t ever straddle so why am I gonna do that cause you want me to to lol
@@Blizzhoof I agree.
I see you took punting lessons from Rampage… 😮
I was thinking the same thing...In that spot you have to just call....smfh
@@zipscrews yeah the nit game makes people do crazy things.
@@18000rpmreally does. People just refuse to pay it
@@zipscrews This is the problem with the stand up game. Sometime players lose more money trying to win the standup game by playing aggressive
I think raise or fold makes sense. He can't lose the nit game this hand, so it shouldn't really force his action.
Calling $1600 and not closing the action seems like a strange choice. In his own analysis, he said the player to his left would at least call. So, at best, he calls out of position and sees a flop with a hand that should be raising preflop? At worst, the limper squeezes and he is forced to fold preflop. I don't get it
The flip was fun and good for the table… plus you’re a content creator, creating content is what you should be doing
No,play his best is what counts; content will come
Taiwan is not a country
Nothing is good for the table. You don't have people choosing to not go play poker because nobody is doing an all in blind hand.
The concept of "good for the table" is asinine.
@@internetposta7389 i can agree with you more.
Thats Karma for tryin to shame the guy who didn't wanna straddle
He needs to participate. The game is too big for him. If he doesn't want to, he needs to pick up and leave.
@@edwin8055, ur wrong! The game is 5/10. They should make it 5/10/20 or mandatory straddle. U can’t force ppl to do what u want. Who are u to make rules?
Watching your mental health vlogs to watching this one is a 180. I appreciate your honesty. Losing a big session and saying it as a positive vibe in the end is growth my friend. Looking forward to future vlogs.
Chin up Lex. I've been watching your vlogs for about a year and a half now and I've learned so much from you. I know its tough right now but in the long run this is only going to be a minor bump in the road. Keep faith and keep grinding, you're a great player and this is just short term variance.
"it's not fair for someone to not do an optional thing" 🤣🤣🤣
Literally fuck the straddles
LMFAO at that guy who wanted to do a flip and then asked once or twice
Just wanted the rush, better chance to not lose anything doing it twice
Been watching the vlogs from the beginning. I was struggling in Colombia trying to take care of my girlfriend and her kid from someone else. I appreciate your videos getting me through those tough times. You have to play wisely when you go out to LA for the big games man. Driving your Audi onto the table with just A5 will not cut it out there. They will call you with even weaker hands than JJ. Best of luck following your dreams, but play smart and patient! Blessings, Frazz
You will probably get invited back when you 3 bet jam A5s.
A5s is a very popular hand with the pros and solver boys to raise/jam with.
@@lordtraxx4217 doesn't mean it is good to do
it DOES suck for the table, BUT it is not a private game, it it not an exclusive game, it is not a 'friends only game' and when he joined the game, it was not listed as a mandatory straddle game 'on the board' - IF there are other games available at those stakes, he can ask to switch tables
He can play how he wants within the rules. If people are so stupid as to straddle then he can choose to not do that.
They should just increase the stakes
Lex, you are absolutely the best storyteller in poker these days! Thanks for keeping it real! I know you'll shake it off and come back for big win 🙌
😂😂😂🤦♂️
Lex, thank you for your honesty. Keep up the battle and when you’re ready make another run at the higher levels. Peace and love brother!
Thanks for posting on my morning drive to work!
I like this channel more than some of the others because you keep everything honest. Most UA-camrs wouldn't tell their viewers about the loss. It's gotta be tough to talk about a loss like that.
You played the A5 suited perfectly but just got unlucky that someone just called preflop with jacks. That's not something you see a lot. Anyway, keep your head up and you'll make it back within couple good runs.
Something that I have learned over the years is once you are ahead big and lose it back it is time to go, I actually try leave just before even and just book a small win. When the game turns it's time to go and don't look back. Remember how you got where you are, and I am just guessing but probably not gambling so much and just playing solid poker.
I just love your storytelling. It keeps us on our toes. I couldn't figure out the outcome! One of your most exciting vlog ever. Good job on the vlog. The thing is even if you play ridiculous stakes I will never be able to play myself, I feel I can still relate.
Appreciate the free content and entertainment In a world where nothings free anymore. Keep crushing 👏🏻
Alright, So, I have sat at 5-10 tables with 25 straddle. I Generally don't play more than 1500 ish buy in. IF there is a lot of dead money at the table ill straddle but at times when the table is filled with pros I don't join the straddle. It is more of a feel. I would change tables but my area only gets 1 table that high. So I get it from both sides you and the opp.
You sound bad for the game
Stick to your guns
You're one of my favorite vloggers and this vlog was so well put together as a storyline. It had its ups and downs and I was rooting for a good outcome from the get-go. Unfortunately it didn't end well for you but your courage in issuing it speaks to what a great vlogger you are, There will be better days ahead for you. You seem to play within your bankroll and have great hand reading skills.
BTW, anyone who compares you to Rampage and his current downturn is way off base.
Props to you for keeping it real with your audience. Knowing when to book a win is a skill we all falter with at times haha
Now that's the mental attitude you need, Lex. I'm happy to see that you learned from that experience. Stay level and crush it!!!
Great video! Thank you for sharing the information at the end! It was great hearing your goals! Good luck brother!
Had me dead 💀 when u said here's the positive side lol. Biggest mistake is not listening to your gut! When u first said or had the thought to leave ...YOU LEAVE..it always ends how it ended. Always
This is the content we want to see ! Another banger of a video Rex ! Soon you can join Rampage on the road to a million recovery !
Having to pay the stand up after donating 50k is such a mean thing
If anyone at the table actually liked Rex they would've paid it for him. I've seen this happen numerous times before where someone's night isn't going well and someone steps up to help them out after being felted.
Good attitude Lex. Hang in there. With your skills and a positive mindset I can see that future happening for you
Great Vlog !! Exciting....you are so upbeat despite the big loss....Hope you do VERY WELL in your next high-stake poker adventures....Pura Vida !!!
Another great blog.
I've learned so much from you.
Thanks for sharing the ups and the downs.
I really don't think you made bad decisions. You could easily win those same pots the next time.
The only thing I'll add is that once you have the feeling that maybe you should leave, you should leave.
Whenever i get that feeling, If i stay, I'll lose my winnings plus more.
Thanks for ALL the content Lex. I really enjoy watching your videos and to “some” of your pre/post comments, however, I did appreciate the self reflection of this video. Best of luck to you the rest of the year and keep me posted if you ever make it out to Phoenix, as Talking Stick has a pretty awesome new Poker Room. Thanks again, Mike
Love your progress man! Especially from when i started watching you a year or so ago. Keep pushing !
You said it Lex you play high stakes losses are bigger but so are wins!! Very cool video keep ‘em coming!😎
Wishing nothing but the best for you Lex!! Bigger, better, and hopefully going your way!!
Your awesome lex!!! Keep grinding bro you WILL GET THERE!! 👊🔥
Love your videos. Love your attitude. Risking $50,000 to defend $2,500 leads me to think that a reevaluation of the stand up game may be a good idea.
Lex, just a very minor suggestion for your vlogs. When you record narratives from your kitchen, the audio level is much lower than the rest of the vlog. If possible, adjust volume up a bit during these segments, perhaps in post. (Nice Hershey's bar in the background!) Keep up the fantastic vlogs! Cheers!
respect for always keeping it real with the hands and the emotions...keep grinding brother
When I played $10-$25 a few years back I politely told the table there is no $50 straddle coming from me, but you guys keep doing what you do ;) Nobody really seemed to really care. One guy lost a $20k pot with a Nut flush and didn't even seem to be bothered, but when the cocktail waitress was slow to come back with his drink - it was the end of the world LOL.
It’s ok on occasion for recreational player. No one should say anything. It’s not ok for a semi- pro or pro grinder, other pros should call out the poor etiquette.
Non straddling NITs run off the whales. I’d rather get the comps from the casino and lose 5-10k at the roulette or craps table than to give my $$ to a boring, grinding, angling, NIT.
About 6 months ago, a guy like this jammed 2k preflop with AA and I snapped him off with 7/3 suited because I was up 8k and wanted to smash him. He reloaded for 5k. I tipped the dealer $50 and the brush $50 and asked them to take my chips to the cage before the guy could even get his chips reloaded….I looked right at him and said….”You’ll never get these chips back, the Peppermill will… but I’ll never sit in a game with you again”! How bad is that for the other players? They lost opportunity because of that douche! 😂😂
Your assessment was spot on and I agree with you, most big players don’t mind and enjoy the company of other recreational players, regardless of the straddle or gamble threshold. But we HATE PRO Grinders, who tip like shit & ruin the fun.
@@jamesjurss846 I think you are mistaken on which player was the douche.
@@jamesjurss846he will get it back. People like you come back and donate with their 73. Over and over. Good job on trying to donate but failing this time 😆
@@jamesjurss846spot the douche competition...
Your all-in bluff with 99 against those deuces was fantastic. I don't know why Action Dan called. How often are you doing that without and Ace?
This VLOG is an early Christmas present for me! OMG. I picture that look from Rounders (Matt Damon) in the first scene. Thank you Lex. I am happy now.
I always encourage the straddle, but at the end of the day, it’s his chips & he can do what he wants, you can’t get mad about it
man, that was tough! I think you are right, poker is a mental game and that the side that one has the most control over. here's to those big pots going your way further down the line 💪
Man, I’m so sorry you had such a bad session. So many bad run outs 😢
I’m amazed and admire your positive response 👍🏾
You will coming back stronger Lex.I also play stand up +25/50-200.It happens.You learn a lot from all this.GL to YOU
You the man Lex, salute to you for the honesty 🫡
Is that Caymus on the counter behind you? Don’t leave that standing on the counter Big Pippin’😎
This is possibly a case of being in a game that is getting too big for you to comfortably play. The A♣️5♣️ shove was a gamblers mentality, not a smart poker move. Just my opinion, but if you are constantly either walking away a winner, or broke, you are crossing the line between playing cards and gambling. At the 1/3 and 2/5 levels the gamblers were the guys you ate for breakfast. Don’t be on the menu due to pride. As always, great content and thanks for sharing!
Well that was an absolute cluster fuck of a session. Really appreciate the effort and very open and honest review of said session. Hopefully that stays as one of the worst sessions you have ever had. I'll be watching out for the next vlog very eagerly as per usual 🙂
8k raise is a stronger play than the all in vs VIP, even with limited behind. It actually shows more strength than the all in given what you have behind. Gives you an opportunity to navigate the flop and bluff if you don’t get put all in pre. If you do get shoved on pre after your raise, you are probably beat and get to chose weather you want to gamble or live to fight another day. Either way, enjoyed the vlog. Great stories and hope you get to grow and learn from playing bigger games.
Is that a liter of Caymus Cab on your counter?
The bottom line that the guy doesn't have to do anything he wants to do. If he doesn't want to straddle... Too bad. I'm never going to let anyone try forcing me to do something that I'm not required to do.
Exactly. Straddles rfavor bad players and the rake. The latter is why casinos allow them. No check throughs.
You have 0 social skills
Probably a only child or something like that
If it’s that important, go play 10/20. I think straddling is terrible for the game. Lex is punting $30k anyway, why does that straddle even matter at that point?
@@jamesjones2675if you think straddling is bad, do you also think the big blind is bad? Since that’s just a “straddle” of the small blind. Think before you actually speak. Straddling UTG is a good thing for the game.
Thank you for your honesty.
Question:
Why do straddles, wouldn't it just be the same as playing at a higher table?
Is the straddle not just a bully stick?
Lex, I can say you came a long way from playing 1/2 and 1/3 games to $60K pot! Nobody should judge you ❤❤
Love your attitude Lex.
Great vlog and story telling. You’ll get em back Lex💪
Kudos to you for being honest about everything, sorry to hear about about the $50k to $0 slide.
As a non local, is there any other 5/10 games available?
Because a jump from 2/5 or 5/5 too a compulsary 5/10/25 seems rediculous, and I can understand why alot of people wouldnt agree to put on this straddle. A winning pro who plays big games, absolutely I agree not putting on the straddle is terrible ettiquite, but a regular everyday player or someone who is just moving up in stakes, how do you think its fair for them?
Also, as a side note, I would never be the player to not put on the straddle. If the game was too big, I wouldn't play... But should it be the case that someone joined, I wouldn't have an issue should they not want too due to the reasons above.
Very zen of you, this definitely will prepare you for even greater achievement 💪
Wow Lex, what a rollercoaster game, get'em next time😁
Where the you usually park? When in Florida, I play there and the parking garage to the left of the entrance is a pain
thanks for sharing - appreciate the mindset commentary
6:20 The hand you had QQ, If she jams or fired Pot on the River would you have called?
I like your video very much
Hey Lex, how can I get in contact with you regarding a business proposal?
Tough one Lex! My $.02
Have you thought about the pre-flop raise size on that big pot? Smaller raise on that one, no? 2k and a call, you do better with a 5-6x raise to 10-12k, with a flop shove on good flops don’t you think? No need to shove pre to make it big enough to get better to fold. Also gives you an escape hatch if somebody shoves over you pre or you get an ugly flop. Obviously the game is always easy in hindsight, I get that. Still love your stuff though, you are a great player just think you got a little too caught up in the moment on this one.
Thanks for sharing lex good luck in future 🙌🏼🙌🏼
Did you play your best?
Great descriptions
The flip made the video even more fun. I enjoy the videos boss
Lex, that was the most depressing end to a poker vlog ever. 😢 For some reason, I thought you were going to end with a big win. Now I have a headache and stomachache. Please excuse me while I go throw up.
He doesn't have a bankroll for games that big.
Why the fuck does this comment pop to the top, fuck this comment and you commenter
Gamble Gamble!
Seriously, though, you're a hero Lex.
I love the all in blind ! That was great
Are you playing the Moneymaker at PBKC? If so, I am dealing and hope to meet you.
I subbed because of the all in blind, great to show him what’s up.
Straddling is OPTIONAL! When a player is expecting to play 5-10 and it’s a 5-10-25 game that changes their budget relative to the game size.
You’re not very funny.
Yes. But if the whole table straddles, you sit at the table and you don’t want to. But they are. You can move to a different 5/10 or lower your stakes. It’s clear you can’t handle 5/10/25 I’ve went to a casino, where I wanted to play 1/2. I came with 3 bullets 900 I came to the casino, the 1/2 game, ended up being a 2/5/10 25 straddle. by the end of the session, 5 hours stacks sitting around 7-10k
these types who comment this have no idea what playing in a big game is like, the table dynamics. just ignore them.
@@NPD2024 I did not mean to mislead you into thinking that your opinion matters
@@captaincrush37 I did not mean to mislead you into thinking that your opinion matters
I get it Lex, respect putting your money up to make a point, and taking the loss like a bawse! Whenever there is a discrepancy less than 5$ at a table that takes more than a minute or so ro resolve, i regularly find myself throwing money to resolve issues that have nothing to do with me, to shut people up and move the game along. I fuggin hate a doosh who has 2k in front of him arguing with a dealer over a dollar, whenever i spend my money to solve someone elses dispute i like to mention to the doosh responsible how the 3$ doesnt mean shit to me
I play at Hard Rock a couple times a week....1st video of yours i am watching, will watch more. Guess they don't let you record in the big game for the VLOG? Chris here.
Ouch! Money comes to hard for me to handle that kind of loss. More power to ya Lex, the stress!
Straddling is optional. He gets to play big pots for free and is saving at least $100 per hour? No WAY would i straddle!! Fuck the rest of the table!!
Hey Lex! Good luck 🍀 in Los Angeles. What dates are you there? All try and swing by and say hey.
"If the whole table is auto-straddling you dont want to be the one person who doesn't because it gives you a MASSSIVE edge......." I prefer massive edges when i can get them
that's why you're never going to be in the big games. you have no idea how the game works
@@captaincrush37it’s public casino. If it’s a private game then yea sure you should straddle if that’s the game. In a public casino,,, not going to force me to do it however to be a sport I’ll offer to put it name on the Transfer list to another game. That’s as far as I’m going to go
Great job! Keep at it. It's not losing if you're learning.
Love ya Lex!
What an entertaining vlog. Ty for the stories
Poker and life intertwine at times. Sounds to me that even though the dollar loss is life changing, you grew as a man and as a human being. Poker is your job. Your profession. One of your passions. But it doesn't define you as a man. My condolences upon your loss. My congratulations upon your emotional growth.
If it's his job and he's taking it seriously, he'd learn bankroll management. He'd also learn that if he's playing a game where the money matters to him and it doesn't matter to the others at the table then he's at a huge disadvantage.
Nobody cares about people's sob story... In reality
As a general rule and though it could be completely wrong, I refuse to apply the "big blinds left" philosophy to cash games. I'd rather burn the $5k I have left slowly than one shot on a mediocre hand.
I wouldn't straddle either and if you don't like play at another table.
If your up 20k and your not use to this big of a game tell the table your staying only for another orbit 😂
Hit and run baby. Love it
Lex, you have too much backbone, too much honor and too much shame. You can't be the life of everybody's party. You went all in with this guy because it was good for the table. And you didn't want to hit and run. Too much sacrifice. Set some limits on that. It's poker. We're all trying to kill each other. If you want to be kind spring for a headstone...
@@CLGilbert he won’t get that for a few more years
Seriously. This guy is nuts. I lost three grand one time ina. Five ten plo and wanted to die after. Couldn't imagine losing forty grand in one sitting esp when up twenty and esp when shot taking basically. Gambling addiction is a serious problem man. I know from personal experience.
@@uhhmike it’s easy when you are winning. Takes a different type to handle the downswing and minimize the loss. I’ve seen many make that punt out frustration with the rest of the stack but damn. I’ve never witnessed a $20k punt. That’s brutal.
A ton of respect for you, Lex. Big losses are inevitable when you play high stakes. But as you said, it is a only 70bb, 100bb decision. And it seems like your decisions at those spots, did have positive EV, so just keep playing and you will be fine. However, do you have the bankroll to sustain these swings?
Glad to see your doing higher stakes, good luck!
The "rampage" is strong in this one.
What’s your current bankroll after this big downswing?
@@paulboyd561 more than that
Getting called by JJ after going all in with Ac5c for a $60K pot. Runout ensues: Kd 6h 7h Qc 2s (1x only)
LexO's celeb poker coach's reaction (Michael Scott/The Office): " No! God! Please! No God! No! No! Nooooooooo!!!"
Wow amazing game bro thank you for sharing thi video
What type of shirt are you wearing?
This one's a banger
O poker é um jogo de pessoas. Acredito que cada situação é isolada e cada ambiente tem sua própria amostragem de ranges e adversários, independente de uma regra mainstream que é baseada unicamente em estatística.
Sua jogada foi boa, fundamentada nos ranges e no estilo dos jogadores, infelizmente não flipou. E você queria mesmo o fold que não ocorreu. Acontece!
Goood Player, good play, good gambling!
Aguardo outros videos!
Another great vlog Lex, sorry about the ending! However, I am in agreeance with the crowd that thinks the guy shouldn’t be pressured into straddling. He came there for 5/10, he doesn’t have to do it imo.