5 Spades -

: To successfully bid and make a 4♠ game contract, you and your partner typically need at least 26 combined points and an 8-card spade fit. 3. Probability & Statistics

: Experts on Reddit suggest that bidding nil with 5 spades is almost always a losing play unless forced by the score. The "Rule of Thumb" for Bidding : 5 Spades

: If your 5 spades are high (e.g., A-K-Q-J-10), bid conservatively at first to avoid "bags" (overtricks) unless you need the points. Tactical Execution : : To successfully bid and make a 4♠