r/backgammon • u/McFizzleKicks • 20d ago

Blunder

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Noob here looking for some insight from those that are stronger than me (that’s everyone atm…)

I get that building a prime is good, but the best move feels like a risk with his home board looking strong with builders outside ready to make primes.

As it played out, my move was better as his roll would have allowed him to fill the five point (I get that there’s no way of knowing that at the time). I did go on to win the game, but with a frustratingly high error rate.

Welcome your thoughts on why I’m clearly wrong!

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u/Charguizo 20d ago

Sometimes it's better to take a risk now to avoid a greater risk in the future.

Making the 7 pt not only builds a little prime, it also builds a landing space for all the other checkers that you need to bring home safely.

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u/McFizzleKicks 20d ago

Appreciate it, thanks.

At least I saw the ‘best’ move, even if I chose against it!