There are 3
hands I like that are not pocket pairs.
AKs - This one is obvious, it is the nut no pair. You beat any showdowns when no one has a pair, and even if you’re behind KK you still have outs.
JTs - This is my favorite multi-way hand. Do you know any straight you make with JT is always the nuts? (As long as you use both your hole cards). Also it is easy to let go of if you don’t hit your hand.
A5s - My favorite hand that’s a low ace. This hand has many benefits for a strong player. It gives you a strong pair (Ax) and when the board is low you get to make the nut low aka The Wheel. As long as your cautious and don’t overplay when you hit top pair, this is my favorite hand for late position.