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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

Hornets Hand Jazz Fifth Straight Loss

The Utah Jazz losing streak extended to five games after falling at home to the Charlotte Hornets 115-107.
3 years ago

Mehmet Okur Still Feels At Home In Utah

Mehmet Okur said he still feels at home in Utah where he spent seven years of his decade-long NBA career with the Jazz.
3 years ago

Jazz Host Hornets, Look To Snap Four-Game Slide

The Utah Jazz open the second half of the NBA season against the Charlotte Hornets as they look to snap a four-game losing streak.
3 years ago

Five Utah Jazz Storylines After All-Star Break

These are the five major storylines that will define the final 26 games of the Utah Jazz 2023-24 campaign.
3 years ago

Rudy Gobert, Girlfriend Julia Bonilla Expecting A Baby

Former Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert is expecting a baby with his girlfriend Julia Bonilla who announced the pregnancy on Instagram.
3 years ago

Boozer, Williams, Kirilenko, Okur Return For Jazz Decade Night

Four All-Stars will return to Utah as the Jazz celebrate their 2000s rosters against the Charlotte Hornets on Thursday night.
3 years ago

Utah Jazz Mailbag: Will Jazz Be Better Next Year?

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

Lauri Markkanen Eliminated From Three-Point Contest

Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen was eliminated in the first round of the Starry Three-Point Contest after scoring 25 points.
3 years ago

Walker Kessler, Team Jalen Win Rising Stars Challenge

Walker Kessler and Team Jalen won the Rising Stars Challenge at the 2024 NBA All-Star weekend in Indianapolis. 
3 years ago

John Collins Errant Pass Sinks Jazz Against Warriors

John Collins wild pass in the final seconds of the game cost the Utah Jazz dearly against the Golden State Warriors.
3 years ago

Jazz Comeback Falls Short In Loss To Warriors

The Utah Jazz fell to the Golden State Warriors 140-137 as they dropped their fourth straight game heading into the All-Star break.
3 years ago

John Collins Shops Utah For Black History Month

Jazz forward John Collins celebrated Black History Month in Utah with a stop at the Taste of Louisiana restaurant.
3 years ago

Slumping Jazz Host Surging Warriors

The Utah Jazz will host the Golden State Warriors before the All-Star break with both teams heading in different directions.
3 years ago

Jazz Drop Third Straight With Loss To Lakers

The Utah Jazz dropped their third straight game falling to the Los Angeles Lakers 138-122 behind 37 points from Anthony Davis.
3 years ago

LeBron Out, Again, As Jazz Host Lakers

LeBron James will not face the Utah Jazz as the Los Angeles Lakers travel to the Delta Center on the second night of a back-to-back.
3 years ago

Keyonte George: Jazz ‘Phenomenal’ Mentally Despite Struggles

Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George said the team remains mentally strong despite back-to-back losses on the heels of the NBA trade deadline.
3 years ago

Utah Jazz Rookies Taylor Hendricks, Keyonte George Attend BYU-UCF Game

Pair of Utah Jazz rookies were in Provo to watch BYU basketball host the UCF Knights.
3 years ago

Utah Jazz Mailbag: Do Jazz Want To Convey Pick To Thunder?

Welcome to the Utah Jazz mailbag where we explore the 2024 draft, and when the team wants to convey its pick to the Oklahoma City Thunder.
3 years ago

New Jazz Starters Struggle In Warriors Loss

Behind a new starting lineup, the Utah Jazz fell to the Golden State Warriors 129-107 as they dropped to 26-28 on the season.
3 years ago

Warriors Hand Jazz Second Straight Loss

The Utah Jazz fell to the Golden State Warriors 129-107 to drop their second straight game since the trade deadline.
3 years ago

Kessler ‘Excited’ To Show Keyonte George All-Star Ropes

Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler said he was excited to share the Rising Stars Challenge with teammate Keyonte George.
3 years ago

Jazz Host Warriors In Potential Play-In Tournament Preview

The Utah Jazz will host the Golden State Warriors in a game that could have Play-In Tournament implications.
3 years ago

Zanik Discusses Jazz Trade Deadline, Markkanen Buy-In

Utah Jazz general manager Justin Zanik spoke about the team's roster after making significant moves at the trade deadline.
3 years ago

Jazz Fall To Suns After Trade Deadline

The Utah Jazz dropped below .500 in their first game after the trade deadline falling to the Phoenix Suns 129-115.
3 years ago