This should be interesting. I suspect a lot of Trump supporters actually preferred Cruz, but didn’t think he had a shot.
I still think a Trump/Cruz ticket is ideal - I could be way off the mark, but I think Trump is the battering ram needed to get into the White House, and Cruz being along with him to advise would be perfect. I think The Donald can bring in votes from the other side, due to his name recognition and popularity. Cruz can then take over after four years, with much of the cleanup well underway.
Agree completely with your analysis.
I think Trump would be a one term President--in four years he could do wonders--and then he would position Cruz for the Oval Office.