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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 Will Face Kings Without Mitchell, Conley

The Utah Jazz will look to snap a two-game losing streak when they travel to face the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday.
6 years ago

Gobert Donates To Jazz Fan’s Funeral Fund For Father

When Justin Jasperson sent out a tweet looking to help a fellow Jazz fan with funeral expenses, Rudy Gobert stepped up to the plate.
6 years ago

Déjà Vu As Jazz Are Swept By Timberwolves

The Utah Jazz were swept by the Minnesota Timberwolves, the league's second-worst team after a 105-104 loss
6 years ago

Azubuike Back With Jazz, ‘Working Really Hard’

Udoka Azubuike, the Utah Jazz first-round pick in the 2020 NBA draft is once again traveling and practicing with the team.
6 years ago

For Jazz Clarkson, Ingles, No Rivalry For NBA Sixth Man Award

Utah Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson is the favorite to win the NBA's Sixth Man of the Year Award but teammate Joe Ingles had made a late push.
6 years ago

Mike Conley Produced ‘Two Distant Strangers’ Wins Oscar

Utah Jazz guard Mike Conley produced the short film "Two Distant Strangers" which won an Oscar at Sunday night's Academy Awards. 
6 years ago

Timberwolves Sweep Jazz In Utah With Strong Defensive Effort

The Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Utah Jazz 101-96, sweeping the NBA's best home team despite owning the second-worst record in the NBA.
6 years ago

Donovan Mitchell Will Miss At Least Another Week With Ankle Injury

All-Star guard Donovan Mitchell will miss at least another week with his right ankle injury according to the Utah Jazz.
6 years ago

Jazz Mailbag: Will Dwyane Wade Help Recruit To The Jazz?

Dwyane Wade is the newest member of the Utah Jazz ownership group, will he help the team recruit free agents to the team?
6 years ago

Jazz Host Opener In Two-Game Series With Timberwolves

The Utah Jazz will host the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first matchup of a two games series Saturday night.
6 years ago

Charles Barkley: ‘I Think The Utah Jazz Can Win The Championship’

Charles Barkley said he believes the Utah Jazz can win a championship this season on Inside the NBA on TNT.
6 years ago

Donovan Mitchell Shares Video With Late Kentucky Guard Terrence Clarke

Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell shared a video of a phone call he had with late Kentucky guard Terrence Clarke
6 years ago

Jazz Rookie Udoka Azubuike Gets COVID-19 Vaccine

Rookie Utah Jazz center Udoka Azubuike posted a photo of himself getting the COVID-19 vaccine on his Instagram page.
6 years ago

Rudy Gobert And Ping Pong: An Obsession

A brief look at Utah Jazz All-NBA center and his seeming obsession with ping pong dating back to the beginning of his career.
6 years ago

Balanced Attack Leads Jazz Over Rockets

The Utah Jazz used a balanced scoring attack to down the league-worst Houston Rockets 112-89 to conclude a three-game road trip.
6 years ago

Rockets Porter Jr. Out Vs. Jazz After Sterling Brown Club Fight

The Utah Jazz won't see Kevin Porter Jr. when they face the Houston Rockets tonight as he's been placed in the COVID-19 tracing protocol.
6 years ago

Should The Jazz Want The Best Record In The NBA?

With just 14 games remaining in the regular season, the Utah Jazz own the best record in the NBA, is that a good thing?
6 years ago

Jazz Players, Owners, NBA Offer Thoughts On Floyd Verdict

 The Utah Jazz and the NBA issued statements after jurors in the George Floyd murder trial reached a guilty verdict.
6 years ago

Jazz Wrap Road Trip Against Struggling Houston Rockets

The Utah Jazz will face the struggling Houston Rockets in the final stop of a three-game road trip on Wednesday night.
6 years ago

Jazz Dominate Drummond, Lakers

The Utah Jazz dominated Andre Drummond and the Los Angeles Lakers 111-97 to avenge Saturday's overtime loss. 
6 years ago

Quin Snyder Praises Jazz Ilyasova Led Lineups

Utah Jazz coach Quin Snyder showed praise for how his team adjusted with new backup big man Ersan Ilyasova on the floor.
6 years ago

NBA Free Agency Set To Open August 2

NBA free agency will begin Monday, August 2. The moratorium on contractual agreements will begin at 12:01 am on August 3,
6 years ago

Jazz Look To Avenge OT Loss To Lakers

The Utah Jazz are looking to avenge an overtime loss to the Los Angeles Lakers when the two teams face off tonight.
6 years ago

Jazz Fall To Lakers, Now Tied With Suns In Loss Column

The Utah Jazz find themselves tied with the Phoenix Suns in the loss column after falling to the Los Angeles Lakers.
6 years ago