> I really don't understand this sentiment, as if a professional gambler would not gladly gamble with novices... It depends on the situation and the game. Som

> I really don't understand this sentiment, as if a professional gambler would not gladly gamble with novices... It depends on the situation and the game. Some poker professionals don't gamble significant sums with novices because the novices are far less likely to behave in a manner that is predictable according to statistics or some other strategy.