And why do you think this?
There's a percentage of players that don't play for shape on the side pocket because if you're get on the wrong side you usually have to go all the way around the table to get back in shape, no side pocket - no worry.
When I miss my shape on a side pocket I'm one of those guys who thinks you shouldn't use side pockets, when I get my shape on a side pocket I think those guys are fools :grin: