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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

What We’ve Learned About Each Jazz Rookie

In two games, the Utah Jazz four rookie players have had an opportunity to show what they might be able to bring to offer the team.
6 years ago

Jazz Show High Potential, Rust In Win Over Suns

The Utah Jazz showed their tremendous upside, and some rust that must be fixed in their second preseason win over the Phoenix Suns.
6 years ago

The Post Game Returns To The Utah Jazz

With Bojan Bogdanovic back and healthy and Udoka Azubuike now on the roster, the Utah Jazz have two lost post scoring options.
6 years ago

Jazz Look To Stay Undefeated In Preseason Against Suns

The Utah Jazz will look to stay undefeated as they host the Phoenix Suns in their second preseason game Monday night at Vivint Arena.
6 years ago

Jazz Rookie Azubuike Values Guidance From Gobert

Just two weeks into his NBA career, Utah Jazz rookie Udoka Azubuike has found help from teammate and All-Star Rudy Gobert.
6 years ago

Old, New Faces Flourish In Jazz Preseason Win

Old Utah Jazz faces and a few new ones made their presence felt in the team's preseason win over the Phoenix Suns.
6 years ago

Jazz Defeat Suns In Preseason Opener

The Utah Jazz defeated the Phoenix Suns 119-105 in their preseason opener. Jordan Clarkson paced the Jazz with 19 points.
6 years ago

Jazz Young Players Will Get Opportunity In Short Rotation

With both Mike Conley and Royce O'Neale set to miss the Utah Jazz preseason opener, young players should get more opportunity.
6 years ago

Jazz Sign Former Stars Guard Trevon Bluiett

The Utah Jazz announced they've signed free agent guard Trevon Bluiett. Bluiett spent the 2019-20 season with the Salt Lake City Stars.
6 years ago

Jazz Host Suns In Preseason Opener

The Utah Jazz host the Phoenix Suns as both teams make their preseason debut, which marks Chris Paul's first game in a Suns uniform.
6 years ago

Shaq Harrison Broke Hand Being Defended By James Harden

Shaq Harrison made his debut for the Utah Jazz at practice Friday but was unable to play due to a hand injury suffered against James Harden.
6 years ago

Report: Stars Would Play In G League Bubble

The Salt Lake City Stars would participate in the rumored G League bubble in Atlanta if play resumes according to a report.
6 years ago

Jazz Assimilating New Coaches, Shaq Harrison

With the first preseason game just days away, Quin Snyder is working to assimilate his new coaches and guard Shaquille Harrison.
6 years ago

Jazz Announce 2020-21 Broadcast Schedule

The Utah Jazz announced their 2020-21 television and radio broadcast schedule, including streaming options through AT&T SportsNet.
6 years ago

Report: 8 NBA Players Test Positive For COVID-19

The NBA had eight positive results out of 541 players screened in the latest round of COVID-19 tests according to The Athletic.
6 years ago

Oni, Jazz Youngsters Making Strides In Camp

Second-year guard Miye Oni is one of several youngsters that are having a big impact on the Utah Jazz early in training camp.
6 years ago

Jazz Sign Guard Shaquille Harrison

The Utah Jazz are signing free-agent guard Shaq Harrison to a one-year contract according to Shams Charania of The Athletic.
6 years ago

Jazz In ESPN Top 100 Player Rankings: 11-50

Rudy Gobert and Donovan Mitchell both make the ESPN top 100 player rankings, but who is ranked higher in this seasons rankings?
6 years ago

BYU Coach Pope Prepared Toolson For Opportunity With Jazz

Former BYU guard Jake Toolson is making the most of his NBA opportunity and believes he can be an NBA player after an unusual college career.
6 years ago

Bojan Bogdanovic Expects To Play In Jazz Opener

Utah Jazz forward Bojan Bogdanovic says he expects to be available opening night after undergoing wrist surgery in May.
6 years ago

Deron Williams Remembers Tough Love From Jerry Sloan

On the Knuckleheads Podcast, former Utah Jazz guard Deron Williams remembers his rough rookie season under coach Jerry Sloan.
6 years ago

Jazz In ESPN Top 100 Player Rankings: 51-100

Three Utah Jazz players find themselves ranked between 51-100 in the latest ESPN top 100 rankings entering the 2020-21 NBA season.
6 years ago

Jazz Preseason Preview And Mailbag Answers

In the latest Jazz Notes Podcast, Ben Anderson looks at the Utah Jazz preseason schedule and answers your mailbag questions.
6 years ago

The Five Best Games On The Utah Jazz Schedule

After being released last week, we look at the best five games for the Utah Jazz during the first half of the NBA schedule.
6 years ago