Solvers teach optimal baselines. Live play demands simple, repeatable rules. This guide shows how to translate complex trees into 3–5 buckets and reliable heuristics you can execute under pressure.
Bucket the strategy
Create value, bluff, and mix buckets for each node (e.g., flop c-bet). Attach simple percentages (e.g., 70/20/10) and 2–3 sizes you’ll actually use.
Exploit overlays
Layer pool exploits over the baseline: under-folding population → bias to larger sizes; over-aggression → increase bluff-to-value thresholds.
Live execution rules
- Pre-commit sizes before action to reduce decision latency
- Use board textures to drive bucket selection (dry vs dynamic)
- When unsure, default to value protection and fold marginal bluffs
Bottom line
Keep it simple. Build buckets, attach sizes, and apply 1–2 clear exploits per pool. Review hands weekly to refine your overlays.