Some of the players at the table could be too worried to continue if you choose the right size to re-raise (3-bet). The 3-Bet Bluff: Opponents with better hands may fold from your pressure. A well-timed 3-bet can maximize your profit when you have strong hole cards. The 3-Bet for Value: Build the pot when you have a strong poker hand. Here are a few of the reasons a poker player might decide to 3-bet: In poker movies and the early days of the game, a 3-bet always indicated a premium hand. We’re going to talk about when to make 3-bets, when you should avoid 3-betting, and the importance of the position.