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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: Would Team Trade Markkanen To Keep 2026 Pick?

In this week's Jazz mailbag we ask if the team would trade Lauri Markkanen to hold onto their 2026 draft pick.
1 year ago

New Jazz Court Features Mountain-Theme For 25-26 Season

The new mountain-themed Utah Jazz court will match the team's uniform scheme for the 2025-26 season.
1 year ago

Former Jazz Wing Johnny Juzang Finds New Team

Former Utah Jazz wing Johnny Juzang has received a non-guaranteed contract as he looks to keep his NBA career alive.
1 year ago

EuroBasket 2025: Which Utah Jazz Players Are Competing?

Several members of the Utah Jazz will be competing at EuroBasket 2025 beginning in late August and running through mid-September.
1 year ago

Ace Bailey Appears In Latest Nike Ad

Utah Jazz rookie Ace Bailey made his Nike commercial debut alongside superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo.
1 year ago

Utah Jazz Mailbag: What Could Youth Extensions Look Like?

Welcome to the Utah Jazz mailbag, where this week we explore potential contract extensions for the team's soon-to-be third-year players.
1 year ago

Jazz Preseason Schedule Features Big Names In 2025-26

The Utah Jazz preseason schedule has been announced, beginning on the road in early October.
1 year ago

Taylor Hendricks Returns To Play After Gruesome Leg Injury

Utah Jazz forward Taylor Hendricks is back on the basketball court after suffering a serious leg injury in late October.
1 year ago

Report: Kevin Love Prefers ‘Glamour Markets’ If Bought Out

Veteran center Kevin Love would reportedly prefer to play in a high-profile market if he agrees to a buyout with the Utah Jazz.
1 year ago

Cody Williams Saves Best For Last To Close Summer League

Cody Williams continued his strong showing at Summer League despite the Utah Jazz falling to the Chicago Bulls 105-92.
1 year ago

Report: Damian Lillard Returning To Trail Blazers

Former Weber State guard and nine-time NBA All-Star Damian Lillard plans to return to the Portland Trail Blazers.
1 year ago

Egor Demin Has Been On Fire At Summer League

Egor Demin has made a major impression at the Vegas Summer League with his hot shooting.
1 year ago

Cody Williams 23 Points Leads Jazz To First Vegas Victory

Cody Williams scored 23 points to lead the Utah Jazz to an 86-76 victory over the Washington Wizards.
1 year ago

Jazz Shut Down Kyle Filipowski For Vegas Summer League

The Utah Jazz announced that they are shutting down big man Kyle Filipowski for the remainder of the Vegas Summer League.
1 year ago

Jazz Mailbag: How Would AJ Dybantsa Fit With Ace Bailey?

SALT LAKE CITY – Welcome to the Utah Jazz mailbag, where this week we take an early look at how the team could build around Ace Bailey. Each week, we will send out a prompt on X and BlueSky asking for the questions you have about the Jazz. Then, we’ll respond to as many as we can in that week’s […]
1 year ago

New Stars Uniform Honors Utah’s ABA Past

The new Salt Lake City Stars uniform will honor the roots of basketball in the state of Utah with its latest redesign.
1 year ago

Spurs Down Jazz With Summer League Buzzer-Beater

The Utah Jazz fell to the San Antonio Spurs 93-91 after a Riley Minix buzzer-beater in overtime.
1 year ago

Utah Jazz Fall To Hornets In Vegas Summer League Opener

The Utah Jazz fell to the Charlotte Hornets 111-105 to open the Las Vegas Summer League.
1 year ago

Former Jazz Star Donovan Mitchell Engaged To Famous Singer

Donovan Mitchell announced he was engaged to Grammy winner Coco Jones on his social media pages.
1 year ago

What We Did, Didn’t Learn At Salt Lake City Summer League

The 2025 Salt Lake City Summer League has concluded, offering insights to the upcoming Utah Jazz season.
1 year ago

Frank Layden, Larger Than Life Utah Jazz Coach, Passes Away At 93

Legendary Utah Jazz head coach Frank Layden passed away at the age of 93.
1 year ago

Walt Clayton Jr. Leads Jazz To Undefeated Summer League

The Utah Jazz finished the Salt Lake Summer League with a 3-0 record, led by the heroics of rookie Walt Clayton Jr.
1 year ago

Collin Sexton Thanks Jazz Fans In Goodbye Message

Collin Sexton thanked Utah Jazz fans for their support after spending the last three seasons with the organization.
1 year ago

Jazz Mailbag: What Is A Traded Player Exception?

Welcome to the Utah Jazz mailbag, where this week we explain the concept of a traded player exception, and how it can be used.
1 year ago