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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 Justin Zanik: No Such Thing As ‘Bad Draft’

Utah Jazz general manager Justin Zanik joined the KSL Sports Zone to discuss the latest with the organization, including the 2024 NBA Draft.
3 years ago

Taylor Hendricks Out At Least One Week With Toe Injury

Utah Jazz rookie Taylor Hendricks will miss at least one week with a toe injury the team announced Tuesday.
3 years ago

Utah Jazz Mailbag: Could Jazz Tank Next Season?

Welcome to the Utah Jazz mailbag where every week our NBA insiders answer your questions on social media about your favorite team.
3 years ago

Report: Former All-Star Isaiah Thomas Joining SLC Stars

Former two-time NBA All-Star Isaiah Thomas will sign with the Utah Jazz G League affiliate Salt Lake City Stars.
3 years ago

Jordan Clarkson Makes History For Jazz

Jordan Clarkson made history (twice) with his big performance in the Utah Jazz win over the Washington Wizards.
3 years ago

MASH Unit Jazz Overcome Wizards In Fourth Quarter

The shorthanded Utah Jazz beat the Washington Wizards 127-115 extending Washington's losing streak to 15 games. 
3 years ago

Jazz Hand Wizards 15th Straight Loss

The Utah Jazz beat the Washington Wizards 127-115 in Salt Lake City extending their season-worst losing streak to 15 games.
3 years ago

Former Jazz Center Kelly Olynyk Inks New Contract With Raptors

Former Utah Jazz center Kelly Olynyk has signed a new two-year contract extension with the Toronto Raptors.
3 years ago

Keyonte George Questionable As Jazz Host Wizards

Keyonte George is the latest name added to the Utah Jazz injury report as they prepare to host the Washington Wizards.
3 years ago

Keyonte George Scores 31 In Jazz Loss To Heat

The Utah Jazz fell to 0-3 on their Eastern Conference road trip with a loss to the Miami Heat despite 31 points from rookie Keyonte George.
3 years ago

Jazz Drop Third Straight With Loss To Heat

The Utah Jazz went winless on their three-game Eastern Conference road trip after losing to the Miami Heat 126-120.
3 years ago

Strong Jazz Effort Falls Short Against Magic

The Utah Jazz played one of their better games since the trade deadline but came up short against the Orlando Magic.
3 years ago

Jalen Suggs Late Threes Push Magic Past Jazz

The Utah Jazz pushed the Orlando Magic but ultimately came up short, falling on the road 115-107 to drop their second straight.
3 years ago

Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints Supports NHL To Utah Stadium Proposal

The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints released a statement saying it supports NHL expansion into the state of Utah. 
3 years ago

Paolo Banchero Questionable As Jazz Face Magic

The Utah Jazz will face an Orlando Magic team that could be without All-Star Paolo Banchero on Thursday night.
3 years ago

Jazz Mailbag 2.0: Can You Have Too Many Young Players?

Welcome to the Utah Jazz mailbag where every week our NBA insiders answer your questions on social media about your favorite team.
3 years ago

Hawks Spoil John Collins Homecoming In Jazz Loss

The Utah Jazz fell to the Atlanta Hawks 124-97 in a less-than-ideal start to their three-game Eastern Conference road trip.
3 years ago

Listless Jazz Fall To Hawks

The Utah Jazz opened their three-game Eastern Conference road trip with a blowout loss to the Atlanta Hawks.
3 years ago

Utah Jazz Mailbag: What Is Going On With Walker Kessler?

Welcome to the Utah Jazz mailbag where every week our NBA insiders answer your questions on social media about your favorite team.
3 years ago

Ryan Smith Teases New Downtown Arena Rendering Focused On Pro Sports Arena

Utah Jazz owner Ryan Smith took to social media to tease a reimagined downtown area featuring a newly designed NBA and NHL arena.
3 years ago

Quin Snyder, Hawks Play Key Role In Jazz Immediate Future

There may be no team that has more influence on the immediate future of the Utah Jazz than Quin Snyder's Atlanta Hawks.
3 years ago

Jazz Stop Slide With Win Over Spurs

The Utah Jazz earned their first win since the NBA trade deadline downing the San Antonio Spurs in Salt Lake City 128-109.
3 years ago

Jazz Snap Losing Streak With Win Over Spurs

The Utah Jazz survived a fourth quarter rally from the San Antonio Spurs and snapped their five-game losing streak since the trade deadline.
3 years ago

Jazz Turn To Rookies In Loss To Hornets

The Utah Jazz were unable to snap their four-game losing streak as they fell to the Charlotte Hornets at home 115-107.
3 years ago