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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 Jazz Finding Unexpected Spark From Bench Scorer

The Utah Jazz dropped their seventh straight game, falling on the road to the Philadelphia 76ers 106-102.
8 months ago

Jazz Mailbag: Could Jazz Trade Their 2026 Lottery Pick?

How might the Jazz might use this summer's draft pick after acquiring Jaren Jackson Jr. at the trade deadline?
8 months ago

Keyonte George Shows All-Star Future In Utah Jazz Loss

Keyonte George and the shorthanded Utah Jazz nearly stunned the scuffling Denver Nuggets in a narrow loss Monday night.
8 months ago

How Did Saturday’s Loss Affect Utah Jazz Lottery Odds?

The Utah Jazz fell to the New Orleans Pelicans 115-105, dropping their fourth-straight game since the All-Star break, and fifth straight overall.
8 months ago

Utah Jazz Finding Contributors In Late Season Losses

The Utah Jazz fell to the New Orleans Pelicans 129-118 in their first game at home after the All-Star break.
8 months ago

Lauri Markkanen Out At Least Two-Weeks With Bone Bruise

Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen will miss at least the next two weeks with a hip injury.
8 months ago

Lauri Markkanen To Undergo MRI On Hip, Ankle

Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen will undergo an MRI on his hip and ankle, KSL Sports can confirm.
8 months ago

Report: Jazz Guard Vince Williams Jr. Suffers Torn ACL

Utah Jazz guard Vince Williams Jr. reportedly suffered a torn ACL in the team's loss to the Houston Rockets on Monday night.
8 months ago

Utah Jazz Suffer Scary Injury In Loss To Rockets

The Utah Jazz dropped their third contest, falling to the Houston Rockets 125-105 to conclude a two-game road trip. 
8 months ago

Report: Jusuf Nurkic Out For Season After Nose Surgery

Utah Jazz center Jusuf Nurkic will miss the rest of the season as he prepares for nose surgery according to Chris Haynes.
8 months ago

US Men’s Hockey Watch Party In Downtown Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City will host a US Men's Hockey watch party at the City and County Building on Sunday morning as it faces Team Canada in the gold medal game.
8 months ago

Utah Jazz Fall To Grizzlies In Critical Standings Matchup

he Utah Jazz dropped their first game after the All-Star break, losing to the Memphis Grizzlies 123-114 on Friday night.
8 months ago

Jaren Jackson Jr. Reflects On Time With Memphis Grizzlies

The Utah Jazz return to action against the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday, but Jaren Jackson Jr. won't be there to face the team that drafted him. 
8 months ago

Derrick Favors Returns To Pro Basketball With Big3

Derrick Favors is returning to the hardwood as a member of the Houston Rig Hands in the Big 3 basketball league.
8 months ago

Jazz Mailbag: After Fine, How Do Jazz Handle Close To Season?

In this week's Jazz Mailbag, we look at how the Jazz will handle the rest of the season after being fined $500,000 by the NBA.
8 months ago

Egor Demin Beats Ace Bailey In Rising Stars Challenge

Egor Demin's Rising Stars Team defeated Ace Bailey and Team Melo roster in the Rising Stars Challenge 25-24 at All-Star Weekend.
9 months ago

Utah Jazz Enter All-Star Break After Bizarre 24 Hours

The most exciting week in years for the Utah Jazz ended on a sour note after a hefty fine levied by the NBA.
9 months ago

Ryan Smith Tells Bobby Marks “Sit This One Out” After Fine

Utah Jazz owner Ryan Smith had strong words for ESPN analyst and former Brooklyn Nets executive Bobby Marks on Thursday.
9 months ago

Jazz Fined $500,000 For Resting Markkanen, Jackson Jr.

The NBA announced a $500,000 fine for the Utah Jazz for resting Lauri Markkanen and Jaren Jackson Jr. in recent games.
9 months ago

Jaren Jackson Jr. Dazzles In Home Debut As Jazz Beat Kings

The Utah Jazz defeated the Sacramento Kings 121-93 on Wednesday in Jaren Jackson Jr.'s home debut.
9 months ago

No Bobby Marks, Jazz Aren’t Responsible For NBA’s Integrity

Sorry Bobby Marks, your decision to blame the Utah Jazz for the hurting the integrity of the NBA is foolish.
9 months ago

Jazz Mailbag: Will Vince Williams Jr. Be In Utah Next Year?

Welcome to the Utah Jazz Mailbag! This week, we look at the futures of Vince Williams Jr. and John Konchar in Utah.
9 months ago

Utah Jazz Rest Jackson Jr., Markkanen Late, Still Beat Heat

The Utah Jazz stunned the Miami Heat with a 115-111 victory despite resting Jaren Jackson Jr. and Lauri Markkanen in the fourth quarter.
9 months ago

Jazz Sign Blake Hinson To Two-Way Contract

The Utah Jazz have signed forward Blake Hinson to a two-way contract. The team announced the move on Monday after last week's trade deadline.
9 months ago