From Butthurt to Believer: How Cooper Flagg Saved Ben's Mavs Fandom

The Ben and Skin Show

“Do we plan our emotions—or do they just happen when something magical, like the #1 pick, falls into our lap?”In this emotionally charged and laugh-out-loud episode of The Ben and Skin Show, hosts Ben Rogers, Jeff “Skin” Wade, Kevin “KT” Turner, and Krystina Ray take listeners on a rollercoaster of sports fandom, redemption, and burger-fueled joy.🔥 Key Themes & Moments:

• Ben’s Emotional Mavs Journey: After years of frustration and heartbreak over the Luka trade, Ben opens up about how the Mavericks landing the #1 pick—and the arrival of phenom Cooper Flagg—completely changed his outlook. “I didn’t plan on moving on. I didn’t know if I was gonna be a Mavs fan moving forward… but I have moved on.”
• The Butterfly Effect of Bad Trades: The crew debates whether Nico Harrison’s infamous Luka trade should define his legacy, or if his other savvy moves and lottery luck have earned him redemption. “It could be a terrible trade that has great results… there’s ripple effects, butterfly effects, whatever you want to call it.”
• Twisted Root Burger Love: The show introduces a new sponsor segment with Twisted Root Burger Company, featuring custom pickles, build-your-own burgers, and a Chuck Norris roundhouse kick of flavor. Mention the show and get 10% off!