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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 Re-Evaluate Mitchell Next Week After Ankle Injury

Donovan Mitchell is expected to miss several games after suffering an ankle injury against the Indiana Pacers on Friday according to ESPN
6 years ago

Wild Day Culminates In Jazz Win After Mitchell Ankle Injury

The Utah Jazz defeated the Indiana Pacers 119-111 after Donovan Mitchell left the game with an injury to his right ankle.
6 years ago

Jazz Snyder: ‘Tremendous Today That We Have Someone Like Dwyane Wade’

Quin Snyder welcomed new minority shareowner Dwyane Wade to the Utah Jazz before the team's matchup with the Indiana Pacers.
6 years ago

Dwyane Wade Becomes Minority Share Owner Of Utah Jazz

Miami Heat legend Dwyane Wade is becoming a minority owner of the Utah Jazz according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.
6 years ago

Jazz Face Pacers In Rare Afternoon Weekday Game

The league-leading Utah Jazz will host the high-scoring Indiana Pacers in a rare midday game on Friday at Vivint Arena.
6 years ago

Gobert, Mitchell Receive MVP Votes In ESPN Straw Poll

Utah Jazz stars Rudy Gobert and Donovan Mitchell received a small share of MVP votes in a recent ESPN straw poll.
6 years ago

Jazz Clarkson Expects To Return From Ankle Injury V. Pacers

Utah Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson says he expects to return Friday when the team hosts the Indiana Pacers in a mid-day game.
6 years ago

Rudy Gobert Has Pet Ducks Rusky And Dusky At Jazz Practice Facility

All-NBA center Rudy Gobert takes after two ducks Rusky and Dusky and the Utah Jazz Zions Bank Basketball Campus.
6 years ago

How Should The Jazz Rest Players Down The Stretch?

With 17 games left on the schedule, should the Utah Jazz choose to rest key players down the stretch to be ready for the postseason?
6 years ago

Who Are The Jazz Projected To Face In The NBA Playoffs?

With little more than a month remaining, who are the Utah Jazz projected to face in the Western Conference NBA playoffs?
6 years ago

Jazz Test Depth In Win Over Thunder

The Utah Jazz beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 106-96 without the services of Royce O'Neale, Joe Ingles, and Jordan Clarkson.
6 years ago

Ben Simmons On DPOY Race: ‘I Had 42’ Points On Gobert

Philadelphia 76ers guard Ben Simmons went on ESPN's The Jump to campaign for his candidacy for Defensive Player of the Year over Rudy Gobert.
6 years ago

Jazz Owner Ryan Smith Talks Leadership With Tom Brady

Utah Jazz owner Ryan Smith sat down with Tom Brady to discuss leadership principles across the world of sports and business. 
6 years ago

Jazz Will Be Without Ingles, O’Neale Vs. Thunder

The Utah Jazz will be looking to start a new home win streak when they face the Oklahoma City Thunder tonight at Vivint Arena. 
6 years ago

Jazz Swept By Wizards Despite Mitchell’s 42

The Utah Jazz fell to the Washington Wizards 125-121 snapping their 24-game home winning streak despite 42 points from Donovan Mitchell.
6 years ago

Can The Jazz Shoot Too Many Threes?

Despite their recent shooting down turn, the Utah Jazz are taking more threes than ever. Is it possible they're taking too many deep balls?
6 years ago

Shorthanded Jazz Look For Revenge Against Wizards

The Utah Jazz will be looking for revenge against the Washington Wizards but will be doing so without some major pieces in the backcourt.
6 years ago

Utah Jazz And The Quest For The One Seed

With 19 games left to play, KSL SportsBeat pays homage to the Jazz Quest For The One Seed.
6 years ago

Jazz Guards Combine For 88 Points In Win Over Kings

The Utah Jazz backcourt combined for 88 points in a comeback effort to defeat the Sacramento Kings 128-112.
6 years ago

Rudy Gobert Is Winning Games Not Matchups

Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert has found success by focusing less on his individual matchup for the betterment of his team.
6 years ago

Jazz Prepare For Kings In First Meeting Of The Season

The Utah Jazz are preparing to face the Kings for the first time this season with a chance to extend Sacramento's looking streak to six games.
6 years ago

Joe Ingles Thanks First Responders For Sensory Inclusive Training

Utah Jazz guard Joe Ingles extended his gratitude for first responders in the Salt Lake area for completing sensory inclusive training.
6 years ago

Is Utah State C Neemias Queta A First Round Pick?

Krysten Peek of Yahoo Sports breaks down Neemias Queta and whether he will hear his name in the first round of the NBA Draft.
6 years ago

Jazz Answer Phoenix Loss By Crushing Trail Blazers

Donovan Mitchell proved he's one of the best players in Jazz history in the team's win over the Portland Trail Blazers, but is Derrick Favors?
6 years ago