Probably just a warning shot. They may not have been 100 percent sure of their suspicion and wanted to test your reaction. There is no set rules on heat. Most places will just back you off, but others play games, such as half-shoeing, or pit personel engaging in meaningless conversation attempting to distract you, sometimes bringing in a faster dealer,maybe the stare-down, ect. Most likely your reaction to these moves will confirm their suspicions. Out of curiosity, what was your reaction? did you leave immediately? It's really the only thing to do. The chances of anything you do or say, changing their suspicion of you is remote and you are just giving away EV trying. I would try to exit as quickly and quietly and hopefully forgetable as possible. Especially playing unrated. Live to fight another battle.21forme said:
probably didnt want to scare away the bigger bettor by getting "tough" in front of him. ive seen the pit let a counter keep on playing because they didnt want to approach him while another bigger bettor was at the table. i assume they didnt even flat bet/half shoe him in order to not raise suspicion of the other bettor. as soon as he got up and left the table to cash out though, they approached him.21forme said: