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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

Utah Jazz 2025 NBA Draft Prospects

A look at the top NBA Draft prospects for the Utah Jazz who own two first round picks in June after finishing with the league's worst record.
1 year ago

Would VJ Edgecombe Fit With The Utah Jazz?

The Utah Jazz are guaranteed a top-five pick in June’s NBA Draft, and one name they’ll monitor closely is Baylor guard VJ Edgecombe.
1 year ago

Ashley Smith To Represent Utah Jazz At 2025 NBA Draft Lottery

Smith Entertainment Group principal Ashley Smith will represent the Utah Jazz at the 2025 NBA Draft lottery.
1 year ago

How To Watch 2025 NBA Draft Lottery

The 2025 NBA Draft Lottery is fast approaching and teams that missed the playoffs will be anxiously watching to see if Lady Luck is on their side.
1 year ago

Jazz Mailbag: Would A Trade For Damian Lillard Make Sense?

Welcome to the Utah Jazz mailbag, where this week we look at whether a Damian Lillard trade would make sense for the Jazz.
2 years ago

Dwyane Wade, Jazz Part Owner, Appears At SNL, Met Gala

It was a busy weekend for Utah Jazz minority owner Dwyane Wade who made a cameo on Saturday Night Live before attending the Met Gala.
2 years ago

Will Hardy Signs Contract Extension Through 2031

The Utah Jazz have signed head coach Will Hardy to an extension that will keep him in Utah through 2031.
2 years ago

Gregg Popovich Impact Felt Throughout Utah Jazz Organization

The impact of Gregg Popovich, the Hall of Fame head coach of the San Antonio Spurs, has been felt throughout the Utah Jazz organization.
2 years ago

Jazz Assistant Evan Bradds Joins Duke Coaching Staff

Utah Jazz assistant Evan Bradds is leaving the NBA to join Jon Scheyer's coaching staff with the Duke Blue Devils.
2 years ago

Derrick Favors: ‘Everyone Hates On’ Rudy Gobert

Derrick Favors took to social media to defend teammate Rudy Gobert after his monster playoff performance to beat the Los Angeles Lakers.
2 years ago

How Would Dylan Harper Fit With The Utah Jazz?

The Utah Jazz are guaranteed a top-five pick in June’s NBA Draft, and one name they’ll monitor closely is Rutgers guard Dylan Harper.
2 years ago

Utah Jazz Mailbag: Could Jazz Trade For Giannis Antetokounmpo?

In this week's Utah Jazz mailbag, we look at what type of package the Jazz could piece together for Giannis Antetokounmpo.
2 years ago

Would Ace Bailey Fit With The Utah Jazz?

The Utah Jazz are guaranteed a top-five pick in June's NBA Draft, and one name they'll monitor closely is Rutgers forward Ace Bailey.
2 years ago

Walker Kessler ‘Excited’ For Contract Extension Talks With Jazz

Now preparing for his fourth season in the NBA, Walker Kessler said he's excited to begin contract extension talks with the Utah Jazz.
2 years ago

How Would Cooper Flagg Change The Utah Jazz?

After finishing with the worst record in the NBA, the Utah Jazz are hoping the draft lottery balls allow them to select Cooper Flagg. 
2 years ago

Jazz Mailbag: With Third Pick, Who Would Jazz Take?

Welcome to the Utah Jazz mailbag, where this week we look at what options the Jazz would have if they wound up selecting third in the draft.
2 years ago

NBA Draft Tiebreaker Reveals Order Of Jazz 2nd Round Picks

The Utah Jazz learned the fate of their two second-round selections after the NBA Draft tiebreaker was held on Monday.
2 years ago

Donovan Mitchell Praises 90s Jazz Jersey On Kelce Podcast

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell blind-ranked retro NBA jerseys, including one from the Utah Jazz on the Kelce brothers' podcast.
2 years ago

John Collins Faces Decision On Massive $26.5 Million Player Option

Utah Jazz forward John Collins has until June to decide whether or not to pick up his player option to return to the team.
2 years ago

Important Dates For The Utah Jazz In Summer 2025

The Utah Jazz offseason is underway, and several key dates over the coming summer months will determine the team's future.
2 years ago

Jazz Mailbag: What Happens If Jazz Fall To Fifth In Lottery?

Welcome to the Utah Jazz mailbag, where this week we look at how fans should feel if the team drops to fifth in the draft lottery.
2 years ago

Will Hardy Identifies Areas Of Improvement For Jazz Youth

Utah Jazz head coach Will Hardy identified the key areas of improvement needed for the team's first and second-year players this offseason. 
2 years ago

Lauri Markkanen After 17-65 Season: ‘I Love Being In Utah’

With the 2025 offseason underway, eyes across the NBA are watching the Utah Jazz, monitoring their plans for forward Lauri Markkanen.
2 years ago

Eight Buzzer-Beaters That Landed Jazz A Top Five Pick

Call it good luck or bad, there were eight shots throughout the NBA season that landed the Utah Jazz the worst record in the NBA.
2 years ago