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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

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.
5 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.
5 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.
6 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.
6 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.
6 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.
6 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.
6 months ago

Jaren Jackson Jr. Shows Off In Orlando, Jazz Fall To Magic

The Utah Jazz successfully debuted big man Jaren Jackson Jr. in a loss to the Orlando Magic 120-117.
6 months ago

Former Jazz Players Are Reminders Of The Pains Of Tanking

Jock Landale and Nickeil Alexander-Walker helped the Utah Jazz achieve their goal against the Hawks, but served as a reminder of three difficult years.
6 months ago

Taylor Frankie Paul To Play In Celebrity NBA All-Star Game

Taylor Frankie Paul, one of the stars of "Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" and the next "Bachelorette," is set to play in the Celebrity NBA All-Star Game.
6 months ago

Utah Jazz Acquire Lonzo Ball, Trade Jock Landale

The Utah Jazz are acquiring guard Lonzo Ball from the Cleveland Cavaliers, and sending center Jock Landale to the Atlanta Hawks.
6 months ago

Utah Jazz Youth Makes Statement In Win Over Pacers

The Utah Jazz snapped their six-game losing streak with a 131-122 win over the Indiana Pacers.
6 months ago

What Are Utah Jazz Getting In Jaren Jackson Jr.?

The Utah Jazz became major players ahead of the NBA trade deadline, acquiring two-time All-Star Jaren Jackson Jr. from the Memphis Grizzlies.
6 months ago

George’s Absence Reveals Gaps In Utah Jazz Roster

The Utah Jazz dropped their sixth-straight game, falling to the Toronto Raptors 107-100 to open a five-game road trip. 
6 months ago

Jon Absey, Original Utah Jazz Bear, Dies After Cancer Battle

Jon Absey, the first person to serve as the Utah Jazz Bear mascot, died Sunday after a battle with pancreatic cancer.
6 months ago

Egor Demin Career Night Narrows Gap Between Nets, Jazz

The Brooklyn Nets beat the Utah Jazz on Friday behind a career night from rookie Egor Demin.
6 months ago

Bailey, Sensabaugh Finding Roles, Utah Jazz Fall To Warriors

The Utah Jazz fell to the Golden State Warriors 140-124 on Wednesday, extending their losing skid to four games.
6 months ago

Ace Bailey Scores 20 For Utah Jazz After Rising Stars Snub

The Utah Jazz lost 115-103 to the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday, dropping their 13th game in 16 outings.
6 months ago

Ace Bailey Snubbed For Rising Stars Roster

Ace Bailey was snubbed for the Rising Stars Challenge during NBA All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles in February.
6 months ago

Heat Burn Ice-Cold Jazz On Glass In Lopsided Contest

The Miami Heat dominated the Utah Jazz 145-116 in a dominant blowout despite a third straight triple-double from Jusuf Nurkic.
6 months ago

Jusuf Nurkic Playing His Best Basketball Before Trade Deadline

The Utah Jazz lost to the San Antonio Spurs 126-109 on Thursday, despite another triple-double from Jusuf Nurkic.
6 months ago

Jazz Mailbag: Will Jazz Be Active At The Trade Deadline?

In this week's Utah Jazz Mailbag, we preview the rapidly approaching NBA trade deadline, and who could be on the move.
6 months ago

Gobert Trade Bears Fruit In Utah Jazz Win Over Timberwolves

The Utah Jazz erased a double‑digit fourth‑quarter deficit and stunned the Minnesota Timberwolves 127–122.
6 months ago

Utah Jazz Drop Road Finale As Lottery Projections Grow

The Utah Jazz lost to the San Antonio Spurs 120-110, ending their five-game road trip with a 1-4 record.
6 months ago