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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

Ace Bailey Shines As Jazz Move To 2-0 In Summer League

Ace Bailey offered an intriguing glimpse of his upside as the Utah Jazz downed the Memphis Grizzlies 112-111.
1 year ago

Carlos Boozer To Appear On Dating Show ‘Kings Court’

Former Utah Jazz All-Star Carlos Boozer will star in Bravo's newest dating show, "Kings Court," debuting on July 13.
1 year ago

Jazz Send John Collins To Clippers In Three Team Trade

The Jazz are sending John Collins to the Los Angeles Clippers in a three-team trade that will land two veterans in Utah.
1 year ago

Jazz Outlast 76ers In Ace Bailey Summer League Debut

The Utah Jazz bested the Philadelphia 76ers 93-89 in the debut of Ace Bailey the Salt Lake City Summer League.
1 year ago

Minus Veterans, Isaiah Collier Looks To Step Up For Jazz

Isaiah Collier discussed his growing role with the Utah Jazz, and his relationship with fellow Georgia product Ace Bailey.
1 year ago

Flame On: Jordan Clarkson’s Best Moments For Utah Jazz

On Monday, shortly before the opening of NBA Free Agency, the Utah Jazz and guard Jordan Clarkson agreed to a contract buyout.
1 year ago

Jazz Mailbag: What Does Walt Clayton Jr. Offer The Team?

Welcome to the Utah Jazz mailbag, where this week we look at what rookie Walt Clayton Jr. might add to the roster.
1 year ago

Free Agency Day One: Juzang Out, Mykhailiuk In For Jazz

The Utah Jazz made three major decisions on the opening day of free agency that will reshape their roster for the 2025-26 season.
1 year ago

Report: Jazz Agree To Buyout With Jordan Clarkson

The Utah Jazz and veteran Jordan Clarkson have reportedly agreed to a contract buyout that will end the guard's tenure with the team.
1 year ago

Ace Bailey Headlines Jazz Summer League Roster

Ace Bailey will headline the Utah Jazz 2025 Salt Lake City Summer League roster. 
1 year ago

What To Expect From Jazz During 2025 Free Agency

NBA free agency opens on Monday evening, and similar to the other 29 teams in the league, the Utah Jazz have decisions to be made.
1 year ago

Jazz Fan Takes NBA Draft Stage Through Make-A-Wish

One Utah Jazz fan got to appear on the stage at the 2025 NBA Draft before the team selected Ace Bailey with the fifth overall pick.
1 year ago

Ace Bailey ‘Thrilled To Be Going To Utah’ Per Agent

Ace Bailey is "thrilled" to be playing for the Utah Jazz, according to the president of GSE, the rookie's marketing agency.
1 year ago

Utah Jazz 2025 Vegas Summer League Schedule Revealed

The NBA announced the four-game schedule for the Utah Jazz during the 2025 Vegas Summer League.
1 year ago

Report: Jazz Sign UDFA RJ Luis To Two-Way Contract

SALT LAKE CITY – The Utah Jazz have reportedly signed free agent RJ Luis to a two-way contract, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. Luis went unselected in the 2025 NBA Draft, but signed with the Jazz soon after the conclusion of the second round. Related: Jazz Select John Tonje With 53rd Pick RJ Luis signs […]
1 year ago

What Are Jazz Getting In Ace Bailey?

The Utah Jazz made a big splash when they selected Rutgers wing Ace Bailey with the fifth overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft.
1 year ago

Second Round Options For The Utah Jazz In 2025 Draft

With the first round of the NBA Draft in the books, the Utah Jazz have another second round pick still to prepare for on Thursday night.
1 year ago

Utah Jazz Trade Up To Select Walter Clayton Jr. With No. 18 Pick

The Utah Jazz are reportedly making a trade with the Washington Wizards to move up three spots and select Florida's Walter Clayton Jr. with the 18th overall pick
1 year ago

John Collins Picks Up $26.5 Million Player Option With Jazz

Utah Jazz forward John Collins picked up the player option for the final year of his contract through 2025-26.
1 year ago

Utah Jazz Biggest Busts In The NBA Draft

The Utah Jazz are once again hoping to find the next young face of the franchise while avoiding picking one of the biggest busts.
1 year ago

KSL Sports 2025 NBA Mock Draft

With the Utah Jazz owning two draft selections in the first round of the NBA Draft, Ben Anderson and Chandler Holt compiled the KSL Sports Mock Draft.
1 year ago

Would Egor Demin Fit With Utah Jazz In NBA Draft?

After the Utah Jazz own the fifth and 21st picks in the 2025 NBA Draft, one name they’ll monitor closely is BYU guard Egor Demin.
1 year ago

Utah Jazz 2025 Mock Draft Round Up: One Week Out

With just one week to go until the 2025 NBA Draft, rumors are swirling around the league, including different names for the Utah Jazz in nearly every mock draft.
1 year ago

Jazz Mailbag: Does Desmond Bane Trade Change Markkanen Value?

Welcome to the Utah Jazz mailbag, where this week we explore whether the recent Desmond Bane trade changes the value of Lauri Markkanen.
1 year ago