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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 State Finalizes Hiring Of Former BYU HC Bronco Mendenhall

Former BYU head coach Bronco Mendenhall is returning to the Beehive State, this time as the head coach of the Utah State Aggies.
2 years ago

Dad Of Dylan Harper Wouldn’t Block Jazz Draft Decision

Ron Harper, longtime NBA player and the dad of top draft prospect Dylan Harper said he wouldn't block the Utah Jazz from selecting his son. 
2 years ago

Jazz Taylor Hendricks Offers Update After Leg Injury

Utah Jazz forward Taylor Hendricks offered his first update after suffering a gruesome leg injury earlier this season
2 years ago

Jazz Blown Out By Thunder To Finish 0-4 In NBA Cup

The Utah Jazz committed a season-high 29 turnovers in their 133-106 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, falling to 0-4 in NBA Cup play.
2 years ago

Paul Millsap Can Serve As Cautionary Tale For Jazz Rebuild

Paul Millsap announced his retirement on Tuesday, and his story should serve as a cautionary tale for the Utah Jazz.
2 years ago

Utah Jazz Mailbag: What Could Next Walker Kessler Contract Cost?

Welcome to the Utah Jazz mailbag where this week we look at how much Walker Kessler might earn on his next contract.
2 years ago

Former Jazz Forward Paul Millsap Retires

Former Utah Jazz forward Paul Millsap has retired from the NBA following a 16-year career, including four All-Star appearances.
2 years ago

Jazz Open December Road Gauntlet Against Thunder

The Utah Jazz will begin a difficult stretch of road games on Tuesday night when they travel to face the Oklahoma City Thunder.
2 years ago

Late Timeout Costs Jazz Win Against Lakers

Collin Sexton appeared to have made the game-winning layup, but a late time out cost the Utah Jazz against the Los Angeles Lakers.
2 years ago

LeBron James, Lakers Set To Face Jazz In Utah

The Utah Jazz will host LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday night at Delta Center in Salt Lake City.
2 years ago

Slow First Quarter Sinks Jazz Hopes Against Mavericks

A poor first quarter doomed the Utah Jazz in their 106-94 loss at home to the Dallas Mavericks, despite a strong night from Walker Kessler.
2 years ago

Jazz Host Mavericks On Front End Of Weekend Back-To-Back

The Utah Jazz will host the Dallas Mavericks on the front end of a weekend back-to-back hosted in Salt Lake City.
2 years ago

Jokic Dominates Thin Jazz Frontcourt

The extremely shorthanded Utah Jazz frontcourt was bulled by Nikola Jokic in their 122-103 loss to the Denver Nuggets.
2 years ago

Jazz Down Several Key Players Against Nuggets

The Utah Jazz will be without several key players when they face the Denver Nuggets on Wednesday night at Delta Center.
2 years ago

Jazz Fall To Spurs, Lose Markkanen To Knee Injury

The Utah Jazz fell to the San Antonio Spurs 128-115, falling to 0-3 in NBA Cup play, and lost Lauri Markkanen in the process.
2 years ago

Shorthanded Jazz Host Spurs For Final Time This Season

The Utah Jazz will host the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday night in their final NBA Cup home game of the season.
2 years ago

Utah Jazz Mailbag: Do Juzang, Sensabaugh Have Futures In Utah?

Welcome to the Utah Jazz mailbag where this week we look at the future for both Johnny Juzang and Brice Sensabaugh.
2 years ago

Jazz Assign Cody Williams To Salt Lake City Stars

The Utah Jazz have assigned lottery pick Cody Williams to their G League affiliate, the Salt Lake City Stars.
2 years ago

Jordan Clarkson Donates Thanksgiving Dinners To Utah Families

Jordan Clarkson carved time out of his holiday schedule to provide Thanksgiving dinner to 250 Utah families.
2 years ago

Kessler’s Return Helps Jazz Sink Knicks

The Utah Jazz caught fire in their 121-106 victory over the New York Knicks to move to 4-12 on the season.
2 years ago

Keyonte George Buzzer-Beater Builds Jazz Halftime Lead

The Utah Jazz closed the first half on a 7-0 run, capped by a Keyonte George buzzer-beater to build a 66-51 lead over the New York Knicks.
2 years ago

John Collins Stops Mikal Bridges With Chase Down Block

John Collins had an excellent start in the Utah Jazz's game against the New York Knicks including a chase down block against Mikal Bridges.
2 years ago

Jazz To Host Knicks In Rare Midday Game

The Utah Jazz will look to snap a four-game losing streak when they host the New York Knicks on Saturday afternoon in a rare midday game.
2 years ago

Jazz Sign David Jones To Two-Way Contract

The Utah Jazz announced Friday that they have signed wing David Jones from the Mexico City Capitanes to a two-way contract.
2 years ago