Brick
Brick
Term: Brick 白板 Brick refers to a community card that does not affect the current board situation and typically does not change the relative strength of hands. In practice, bricks are used to evaluate whether a flop, turn, or river influences hand strength, helping players decide whether to continue betting or fold. For example, if you hold top pair on the flop and the turn brings a 2 that is unrelated to any possible draws, that 2 is a brick. Your top pair remains ahead, and you can continue value betting.
Overview
Brick is a common term in Texas Hold'em, referring to a community card that does not significantly improve any player's hand. This card typically does not change the strength relationship of the board and does not give any player a draw or a made hand opportunity.
Usage Examples
- The flop comes J♠7♦2♣, and the turn is 4♠. This 4♠ is unrelated to the flop and does not complete a straight or flush draw, so it can be called a Brick.
- Holding top pair on the flop, if the turn is a card unrelated in suit and rank, the player can say, "This turn is a Brick."
Strategic Significance
A Brick has little impact on the hand, usually meaning the advantage of the leading player is maintained, while the drawing player's probability of hitting their draw does not increase. In practice, a Brick is often used to make a continuation bet (C-Bet) because the opponent's draw has not improved, leading to a higher fold equity.
Related Concepts
- Blank: Similar in meaning to Brick, sometimes used interchangeably.
- Draw: A Brick does not complete any draw.
- Made Hand: A Brick does not change the strength of a made hand.