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Utah Jazz Insider

Ben Anderson

About

Ben Anderson has been a Utah Jazz Insider for sports.ksl.com since 2019, and the co-host of Jake and Ben on 97.5 The KSL Sports Zone from 2-6 PM. Ben has been a credentialed member of the Utah media since 2011, when he began his career as an intern for the Utah Jazz radio broadcast.

Expertise

  • Digital Media and content creator for Utah sports, focusing on the Jazz
  • Sports Radio Host since 2013
  • Host of the Jazz Notes Podcast since 2019

Experience

KSL Sports Utah Jazz Insider (2019 – Present)

  • Daily coverage and insight on the Utah Jazz
  • Credentialed media member
  • Host of the Jazz Notes Podcast

Radio Host KSL Sports Zone (2022 – Present)

  • Co-Host of the Jake and Ben Show from 10-12 p.m. on 97.5 the KSL Sports Zone
  • NBA Draft Night host

Radio Host KFNZ, KSL NewsRadio, and KALL (2013-2019)

  • Co-Host Gunther and Ben at KFNZ and KALL
  • National News Desk at KSL NewsRadio
  • Utah Football Pre-, Half, and Postgame Host

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in English

Achievements & Awards

  • 2024 NSMA Sports Media Awards Finalist: Utah Sports Writer

Jazz Mailbag: How good can Ace Bailey actually be?

In this week's Utah Jazz Mailbag, we look at how just how good Ace Bailey might be in his second season.
16 hours ago

Pat McAfee donates $1M to Tony Finau Foundation

Pat McAfee donated $1 million to the Tony Final foundation after the Utah native sunk a long putt at the Utah Jazz home opener.
4 days ago

Jazz to waive Blake Hinson, sign Kobe Bufkin

The Utah Jazz plan to waive wing Blake Hinson and sign Kobe Bufkin to his vacant two-way roster spot.
7 days ago

Jazz Mailbag: What to make of Walt Clayton getting waived?

In this week's Utah Jazz mailbag, we look at what lessons can be learned from the Memphis Grizzlies waiving Walt Clayton Jr.
8 days ago

Utah Jazz: Biggest questions ahead of 2026-27 season

The Utah Jazz will open the 2026-27 season with high expectations, but will have to answer several major questions to reach their ceiling.
9 days ago

Jazz Mailbag: Can Jaren Jackson Jr. stay out of foul trouble?

In this week's Utah Jazz Mailbag, we look at how the team can slow Jaren Jackson Jr.'s foul trouble.
13 days ago

Jazz Mailbag: Can Blake Hinson earn minutes?

In this week's Utah Jazz Mailbag, we look at how Blake Hinson can help the roster this season.
22 days ago

Utah Jazz media day odds and ends: 2026

Here is a look at some of the smaller storylines that may have been missed at Utah Jazz Media Day 2026.
29 days ago

Jazz Mailbag: Is Ace Bailey the Jazz’s X-factor?

In this week's Utah Jazz Mailbag, we look at what role sophomore Ace Bailey might play in the team's push for the playoffs.
1 month ago

Is Keyonte George’s massive extension smart for the Utah Jazz?

Is the five-year, $157.5 million contract for Keyonte George a good deal for the Utah Jazz?
1 month ago

Jazz Mailbag: Should Jaren Jackson Jr. start at center?

In this week's Utah Jazz mailbag, we look at who the Jazz should start at the center position between Jaren Jackson Jr. and Jusuf Nurkic.
1 month ago

Ace Bailey debuts Nike Utah Jazz warmups at fashion week

Utah Jazz wing Ace Bailey debuted the new Nike warmups at New York Fashion week ahead of the 2026-27 NBA Season.
2 months ago

Jazz Mailbag: How many open rotation spots are there?

In this week's Utah Jazz Mailbag, we look at how many rotation spots remain open on the roster ahead of the 2026-27 season.
2 months ago

Why did Jazz trade Cody Williams, John Konchar for Josh Green?

The Utah Jazz made a trade to Cody Williams and John Konchar to the Minnesota Timberwolves in exchange for Josh Green.
2 months ago

Jazz mailbag: Ideally, who is team’s best player in 3 years?

In this week's Utah Jazz Mailbag, we look at which Jazz players are being overlooked on the 2026-27 roster.
2 months ago

Jazz Mailbag: Do the Jazz have a death lineup?

Welcome to the Utah Jazz Mailbag where this week, we look at whether or not the Jazz have a "death lineup".
2 months ago

Jazz Mailbag: Who is being overlooked on the roster?

In this week's Utah Jazz mailbag, we look at which players are being overlooked on the 2026-27 roster.
3 months ago

Utah drivers can soon get custom Jazz, Mammoth license plates

Local drivers will soon be able to show off their love for their local teams with Utah Jazz and Utah Mammoth license plates.
4 months ago

Jazz, Walker Kessler prepare for NBA Free Agency as Lakers loom

The Utah Jazz and Walker Kessler are preparing for NBA free agency to open this week while the Los Angeles Lakers loom
4 months ago

Darryn Peterson, Utah Jazz all smiles on draft night

Brooklyn – On a night that could prove pivotal for both the franchise and the player, the Utah Jazz and Darryn Peterson looked like a match made in NBA Draft heaven. Projected as a potential No. 1 pick since his high school days at Prolific Prep, Peterson slipped past the Washington Wizards and fell to […]
4 months ago

NBA Draft notes on Dybantsa, Peterson, Boozer at media day

NBA Draft media day took place Monday in New York City, revealing the personalities of AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson, and Cameron Boozer
4 months ago

Caleb Wilson: 2026 NBA Draft Profile

Although pinned as the fourth-best prospect, Caleb Wilson will at least get a look from the Utah Jazz with the No. 2 overall pick.
4 months ago

Latest NBA draft intel: Why Peterson isn’t working out for Jazz

A significant shake-up appears to be brewing at the top of the lottery involving the Darryn Peterson and AJ Dybantsa
4 months ago

Darryn Peterson: 2026 NBA Draft Profile

With the No. 2 pick in the upcoming NBA Draft, Kansas guard Darryn Peterson is the most common name predicted to end up with the Utah Jazz.
5 months ago