$2.50 NLHE MTT Turbo: ICM 3 handed 180 $2.50

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xxMorpheusxx

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My ICM isn't that great. So I'm wondering if I have 46k behind 3 handed in a 180 and I have Q4o in the BB should I call a SB jam?

We're the smallest stack both others have over 100k. SB has been fairly active not crazy out of line. But jamming into me every orbit because I am the shorty.

From a Chip EV perspective I think this is a clear call. However from an ICM point is it? Do I lose money by calling here?

How do I get good at ICM not really sure where to start.
 
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Push/Fold Equilibrium says if you have 6bb or less, call will be fine and profitable.
 
JohnBoyWWFC

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We'd need to know how many BB 46k is to know. However, I would say as a general rule it's better to be shoving than folding. ICM isn't overly relevant when you're the short stack, more so if there were someone shorter than you that you want to outlast.
 
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Oh, oops. I thought I included that in the post. I guess that would be helpful lol.

Blinds are 3000/6000.
 
Jacki Burkhart

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I'm folding this. I agree with Johnboy, better to push than to shove.

You'd be better off jamming a hand like T7o or 95s than calling in this spot, IMO.

also, push/fold equilibrium is generally meant for heads up play when ICM is no longer a consideration. Your stack is still worth a lot because at any time 1 big stack can knock out the other. Then you can revert to a push/fold chart and not be exploited.
 
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