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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

Former Jazzman Jarron Collins Could Be Future NBA Head Coach

Former Utah Jazz center Jarron Collins was named a potential future NBA head coach by ESPN as they explored names to watch in the coaching ranks.
6 years ago

Lakers Forward, Former Ute Kyle Kuzma On Race In The Players Tribune

In an article for the Players Tribune, Los Angeles Lakers forward and former University of Utah star Kyle Kuzma wrote about race in America.
6 years ago

NBA Considering Condensed 2020-21 82 Game Schedule

Atlanta Hawks owner Travis Schlenk said the NBA is aiming to keep next season's timeline as close to normal as possible with a condensed schedule.
6 years ago

Will D.O.N. Issue #2 Shoes Debut In Orlando?

Will Donovan Mitchell debut his new shoe in Orlando? Mitchell's Adidas D.O.N. Issue #2 have a new release date set for July 4th.
7 years ago

Drug Testing, Bubble Restrictions As NBA Returns To Orlando

A clearer picture is beginning to emerge on what the return of the NBA in Orlando will look like. New protocls include drug testing and bubble city travel.
7 years ago

Can Jarrell Brantley Help Jazz In Orlando?

The NBA will allow teams to fill vacant and injured roster spots with G-League and two-way players. Can Jarrell Brantley help the Utah Jazz this season?
7 years ago

NBA Players Association Agrees To 22-Team Plan

The NBA Players Association agreed to the league's 22 team plan to resume the NBA season. However, more details require negotiating before the plan is final
7 years ago

Michael Jordan Donating $100 Million For Racial Equality

Michael Jordan, former NBA superstar is donating $100 million toward "racial equality, social justice and greater access to education."
7 years ago

Where Do Jazz Rank Among NBA Contenders In Orlando?

The NBA is welcoming 22 teams to Orlando to finish the regular season. How are the teams separated by championship tier, adn where do the Utah Jazz rank?
7 years ago

NBA Sets Plan For Return

The NBA will return to finish the 2019-20 season. The league's Board of Governors voted in favor of restarting the season.
7 years ago

LeBron James, Drew Brees At Odds Over Colin Kaepernick

After comments from Drew Brees, LeBron James voiced his disagreement with the quarterback's views on the form of protest by Colin Kapernick.
7 years ago

What NBA Return Means For The Utah Jazz

Commissioner Adam Silver will make his proposal to finish the NBA season on Thursday. What does that return mean for the Utah Jazz?
7 years ago

Report: NBA Plans To Return With 22 Teams, 8 Regular Season Games

Adam Silver will make his proposal for the return of the NBA season on Thursday. The proposal includes 22 teams, with 8 regular-season games.
7 years ago

Is NBA Preparing To Reseed Playoffs 1-16?

Is the latest report about the NBA hinting at a reseeded 1-16 format for the playoffs? Six non-playoff teams will reportedly return to play in Orlando.
7 years ago

Utah Jazz Participating in Blackout Tuesday

The Utah Jazz joined the Blackout Tuesday social media movement. The posts are made to honor a movement focused on amplifying the voices of people of color,
7 years ago

Report: Non Playoff Teams May Want NBA Summer Camp

On Thursday, the NBA will vote on how to finish the remainder of the season. Meanwhile, non-playoff teams explore summer training camp options.
7 years ago

Jazz Coach Quin Snyder Discusses Protests on Utah Streets

Utah Jazz head coach Quin Snyder sat down with ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski and Atlanta Hawks coach Lloyd Pierce to discuss protests across the country.
7 years ago

Quin Snyder Joins NBA Committee To Combat Racism

Utah Jazz coach Quin Snyder is joining an NBA Coaches Association committee to combat racism, racial profiling, and police brutality.
7 years ago

Projecting Key Dates For The 2020 NBA Timeline

With a target date set for the NBA to return on July 31, what does the timeline look like for the key dates during the remainder of the 2020 calendar year?
7 years ago

Report: NBA Targeting July 31 Return, League Vote Thursday

According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, the NBA is targeting a July 31 return date. The date coincides with prior reports of the NBA's intentions.
7 years ago

Survey Shows GM’s Split On What NBA Return Should Look Like

A GM's survey asked how the NBA should to close the season. The results of the survey revealed a large gap in what different teams prefer.
7 years ago

Utah Jazz Training Staff Honored For Handling Of COVID-19

The Utah Jazz training staff has been awarded the 2019-20 Joe O'Toole/David Craig Athletic Training Staff of the Year Award for its handling of COVID-19.
7 years ago

Utah Jazz Players Speak Out About George Floyd Video

Utah Jazz players took to Twitter to respond to the video that shows the death of George Floyd. Floyd was killed in police custody in Minnesota.
7 years ago

Report: NBA Families May Be Able To Travel To Bubble City

According to a report from ESPN, the NBA may welcome families for teams returning to play at the Disney World Resort bubble city.
7 years ago