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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 Embrace Extra Day Off, Exum Nears Return

The Utah Jazz got an extra day off for the first time this season, but that didn't keep players out of the gym.
7 years ago

What’s Wrong With Mike Conley? Blame October.

Through seven games, Conley’s averages are down in every statistic compared to last season, with the exception of turnovers, which are up significantly from his time in Memphis.
7 years ago

Jazz Can’t Rebound Against Clippers, Drop Second Straight Game

The Utah Jazz lost to the Los Angeles Clippers Sunday night, surrendering a staggering 18 offensive rebounds en route to 105 to 94 loss.
7 years ago

Conley’s 18-Point 3rd Quarter Pushes Jazz Past Clippers

After an uninspiring first half, the Utah Jazz blew past the Los Angeles Clippers with a third-quarter run sparked by Mike Conley’s brilliant play.
7 years ago

How Donovan Mitchell Raised His Efficiency

Donovan Mitchell has raised his efficiency, by dropping his three point attempts.
7 years ago

Big Dunks From Small Guards Highlight Dunks Of The Week

The NBA season is just one week old, and already, we've been blessed with a myriad of highlight reel dunks.
7 years ago

Jazz Start Season On Historic Defensive Streak

For the fourth straight game, the Jazz held an opposing team to fewer than 100 points. 
7 years ago

Highlights Outshine Slow Starts For Former Jazz Players

The Utah Jazz said goodbye to several notable players over the summer. 
7 years ago

Kimball Named President of Vivint Smart Home Arena

Larry H. Miller Sports and Entertainment have named John Kimball as the new president of Vivint SmartHome Arena.
7 years ago

Snyder Finds Winning Rotation Against Kings

With Bojan Bogdanovic back in the lineup for the Jazz after missing Friday's game with an ankle injury, the Jazz rolled out the same starting lineup against the Kings that he had against the Oklahoma City Thunder to start the season. 
7 years ago

Jazz Introduce Mountain Jerseys In Style

The Jazz welcomed the purple mountain jerseys back to Utah with a nostalgia driven animated introduction. 
7 years ago

Jazz Defense Starts, And Finishes Strong In Season Opening Win

The Utah Jazz found their defensive groove in their season opener against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
7 years ago

NBA All-Star Game Awarded To Salt Lake City For 2023

The NBA has awarded the 2023 All-Star Game to Salt Lake City during a visit from Commissioner Adam Silver, 30 years after the Utah Jazz hosted their first All-Star Weekend.
7 years ago

League Pass Subscriber? Here’s Who You Should Watch

The NBA season is nearly underway and fans are signing up for NBA League Pass, the streaming service that allows fans to watch every game throughout the season.
7 years ago

Former Jazz Coach Predicts Third DPOY For Gobert

Former Jazz assistant coach Gordie Chiesa joined the Jazz Notes podcast. The coach gave his preseason predictions for end-of-the-year awards handed out at the NBA Awards Show in June.
7 years ago

Jazz Make Opening Night Roster Official

The Utah Jazz officially solidified their opening night roster. 
7 years ago

Jazz Players Shrink With Release Of Official Height Measurement

The Utah Jazz released the official measurements for their roster, following a new NBA rule requiring players' actual heights. Most of the roster appears to be shrinking.
7 years ago

Jazz Throwbacks Highlight Purple Mountain Party

The organization is celebrating the team’s throwback purple mountain logo themed jersey’s that they’ll wear for the first time since 2004.
7 years ago

Quin Snyder Agrees To Long-Term Contract Extension With Jazz

The Utah Jazz announced that they’ve agreed to a long-term contract extension with head coach Quin Snyder.
7 years ago

Jazz Still Tinkering With Starting Lineup

In five preseason games, the Utah Jazz rolled out the same starting lineup only twice. 
7 years ago

Jazz Leave Questions Unanswered Through Preseason

The biggest questions the Utah Jazz didn't answer in preseason play.
7 years ago

Mitchell’s Character Shines With Simple, Sweet Tweet To His Mom

Utah Jazz forward Donovan Mitchell has over a 3 million social media followers. With a digital footprint that big and a guy as socially conscious as the Jazzman is, what does he want you to know? He loves his mom.
7 years ago