Starting Hands to Avoid in Texas Hold ‘Em: 2
So, the first of the worst in starting hands for Texas Hold ‘Em? A two and seven off suit, also know as the 2-7 curse. This is most definitely the worst possible start you could ever get for a game. Because the two cards are off suit, there is no way you will be able to get either a straight draw or a flush draw. Worse, even if you get, say, a pair of sevens, the odds are high you will get beaten. Although there is the small chance of being able to pull off a full house, the odds are so small it isn’t really worth the risk.
A two and eight off suit is just a little better, but not by much. A pair of eights might be able to beat someone but, again, the odds are quite small.
In both case, folding is the smarter option.
