Hands & Draws

Bottom pair is a pair matching the lowest rank on the board, usually with one hole card. It is weaker than higher single pairs on that board. Later streets may change how the hand is described.

Example of Bottom Pair:
You hold A-4 on a K-J-4 flop. You have bottom pair with an ace kicker.

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Published: October 4, 2026
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