Playing JJ

[Steve-O]

you have JJ

Your in the SB and 3 average type people(have read a book but don't play overly well) have limped in what do you do?

Your on the button a strong player raised UTG another decent player called and the aggressive but decent cutoff re-raises, what do you do?

Your in the BB and a loose player raised and was called by 3 average to decent players, what do you do?

Any thoughts guys, a little explanation is always welcome too!

[billthebill]

you have JJ

Your in the SB and 3 average type people(have read a book but don't play overly well) have limped in what do you do?

I think you're just calling along in this situation. You have a strong starting hand, but you're not going to push anyone out with a raise. There are more than just a few flops that will look bad to you with so many callers. I'd call and play it strongly if the flop is all low. Otherwise I'd be cautious.

Your on the button a strong player raised UTG another decent player called and the aggressive but decent cutoff re-raises, what do you do?

I'm folding. You're looking to call two raises with the possibility of having to call another reraise by the UTG player. You're most likely behind. Save some chips.

Your in the BB and a loose player raised and was called by 3 average to decent players, what do you do?

I think I'd raise in this situation hoping that the loose player would cap the action. If he caps there is a chance he will knock out the other players. I wouldn't mind being heads up with a loose player with JJ.