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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 Mitchell Pushes Education In Roundtable With Kamala Harris

In his roundtable with vice presidential candidate Kamala Harris, Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell praised the value of education.
6 years ago

Utah Jazz NBA Draft Prospects: Jalen Smith

Maryland big man Jalen Smith offers an intriguing combination of size, shot-blocking, and three-point shooting for the Jazz in the NBA draft.
6 years ago

Should Jazz Draft For Fit, Need, Or Best Player Available?

The NBA draft is fast approaching. With the current makeup of the Utah Jazz roster, should they draft for fit, need, or best player available?
6 years ago

Jazz Mitchell To Join VP Nominee Kamala Harris At Roundtable

Donovan Mitchell will join vice-presidential nominee Kamala Harris, with NBA players CJ McCollum and Tobias Harris for round table discussion.
6 years ago

Jazz Helping Support Voter Registration Campaigns

The Utah Jazz supported multiple voter registration hosted by Voto Latino, which educates Utahns on voting deadlines ahead of the November 3 election.
6 years ago

Jazz Hire New Coach, Prospect Watch, And Mailbag Answers

In the latest Jazz Notes podcast, Ben Anderson recaps a busy week for the Utah Jazz including adding a new coach and answers your mailbag questions.
6 years ago

Utah Jazz Make Sergi Oliva Hiring Official

The Utah Jazz officially announced the hiring of former Philadelphia 76ers vice president of strategy Sergi Oliva. Oliva will join Quin Snyder's bench.
6 years ago

Jazz Players & Their Halloween Monster Alter Egos

With Halloween on the horizon, and no basketball to be played, we examined which classic horror Monster best represents each player in the Utah Jazz rotation.
6 years ago

Jazz Add 76ers Oliva To Coaching Staff

The Utah Jazz are adding a new coach to Quin Snyder's bench. Former vice president of strategy for the Philadelphia 76ers Sergi Oliva will join the Jazz.
6 years ago

Jazz G Joe Ingles, SLCPD, KultureCity Team For Sensory Training

Utah Jazz guard Joe Ingles is teaming with KultureCity and the SLCPD to become the first police department in the nation to be Certified Sensory Inclusive.
6 years ago

Three Decisions That Will Define The Jazz Offseason

While the Utah Jazz await official notice of when they will once again suit up, these three sets of decisions will determine the Jazz offseason.
6 years ago

Utah Jazz NBA Draft Prospects: Xavier Tillman

Examining Michigan State forward Xavier Tillman as a prospect for the Utah Jazz ahead of the 2020 NBA Draft. The Jazz own the 23rd pick in the first round.
6 years ago

Who Do Mock Drafts Have The Utah Jazz Selecting?

With the Finals in the rearview mirror, who do the top mock drafts have the Utah Jazz selecting in the November 18 NBA Draft?
6 years ago

Utah Jazz NBA Draft Prospects: Cassius Winston

In our latest NBA draft breakdown, we look at Michigan State senior point guard Cassius Winston, one of the best true point guards in college and how he would fit with the Utah Jazz.
6 years ago

Donovan Mitchell Trolled Sister During Online Class

Donovan Mitchell trolled his younger sister Jordan by appearing in the background of her remote school learning in a video posted to Instagram.
6 years ago

Report: NBA To Allow In-Person Draft Workouts

According to multiple outlets, the NBA will allow NBA teams to view up to ten players for in-person draft workouts ahead of the November 18 draft.
6 years ago

Report: NBA Rewards Employees With Surprise Bonus

Adam Silver, the commissioner of the NBA, surprised league employees with a $1,000 bonus after the 2019-20 season ended on Sunday.
6 years ago

Success And Failure In The NBA Bubble

The NBA Finals wrapped up Sunday night. With the 2019-20 season in the books, we look at the success and failure of the league inside the Orlando bubble.
6 years ago

Childs, Merrill, Games In Arenas, Could Jazz Inquire On Paul George?

In the latest Jazz Notes Podcast, Ben Anderson explores the draft prospects of both Sam Merrill and Yoeli Childs, and answers your mailbag questions.
6 years ago

Jazz Gobert Shares Support For Uyghur Muslims In China

Rudy Gobert became the first NBA player to criticize the treatment of Uyghur Muslims in China. Gobert shared a viral post to his Instagram page.
6 years ago

Former Ute Tim Patrick Scores Second Touchdown In Two Weeks For Broncos

Former University of Utah wideout Tim Patrick caught his second touchdown in the last two weeks for the Denver Broncos in the third quarter.
6 years ago

Jazz Fans Can Now Get Jordan Branded Yellow Statement Jerseys

The Jordan Brand is now the official jerseys sponsor for the NBA's statement jersey, including the Utah Jazz often-discussed yellow jerseys.
6 years ago

Hall Of Fame NBA Legacies On The Line In The Finals

With the NBA Finals underway, whose legacies are underway. A win for the Los Angeles Lakers or Miami Heat could cement some Hall of Famer futures.
6 years ago

Who Fits Jazz NBA Draft Mold In 2020?

Examining the Utah Jazz recent draft history under Dennis Lindsey, we can narrow down potential targets for the Jazz in November's NBA draft.
6 years ago