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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 Season Finale Against Lakers Moved To ESPN

The Utah Jazz regular season finale against the Los Angeles Lakers will air on ESPN, their first nationally televised game of the season.
4 years ago

Jazz Host Thunder With Postseason Elimination At Stake

The Utah Jazz will host the Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday with their postseason aspirations on the line. 
4 years ago

ESPN: Markkanen To Fullfill Time In Finnish Military This Summer

Utah Jazz All-Star Lauri Markkanen will fulfill his requirement to serve time in the Finnish military this summer according to ESPN.
4 years ago

Jazz Play-In Scenarios, Lottery Odds

With three games left the Utah Jazz multiple scenarios that could land them in the play-in tournament, or deep into lottery territory.
4 years ago

Jazz Play-In Odds Take Hit With Overtime Loss To Lakers

The Utah Jazz strung together a late 10-o run but fell to the Los Angeles Lakers 135-133 in overtime putting their play-in hopes in peril.
4 years ago

Overtime Rally Comes Up Short As Jazz Fall To Lakers

The shorthanded Utah Jazz pushed the Los Angeles Lakers to overtime, but didn't have enough to overcome the star-studded roster. 
4 years ago

Sexton Returns As Jazz Host Lakers

Collin Sexton is making his return to the Utah Jazz roster as they host the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday night. 
4 years ago

Markkanen, Clarkson Grace Cover Of Slam Magazine

Utah Jazz stars Lauri Markkanen and Jordan Clarkson are the cover athletes for the latest issue of Slam Magazine. 
4 years ago

Jazz Control Draft Odds, Could Land Second Lottery Pick

The Jazz can nearly guarantee themselves a top-10 pick and can improve their odds of landing a second lottery pick over their final week.
4 years ago

Jazz Fall To Nets, Guarantee Losing Season

The Utah Jazz nearly erased a 23-point fourth quarter deficit but ultimately fell 111-110 to the Brooklyn Nets. 
4 years ago

Late Rally Not Enough As Jazz Fall To Nets

The Utah Jazz fell to the Brooklyn Nets 111-110 on Sunday afternoon to drop the final game of their three-game road trip. 
4 years ago

Jazz Drop Game To Celtics, Fail To Make Up Playoff Ground

The Utah Jazz fell to the Boston Celtics 122-114 and were unable to make up ground in the Western Conference Playoff race. 
4 years ago

Shorthanded Jazz Fall To Celtics In Boston

The Utah Jazz fell to the Boston Celtics 122-114 on Friday dropping the second game of their three-game road trip.
4 years ago

Report: NHL Commissioner Met With Jazz Owner Ryan Smith

Utah Jazz owner Ryan Smith recently met with NHL commissioner Gary Bettman according to a leading hockey insider for SportsNet Canada.
4 years ago

Gobert Fined After Rant Against Officials

Rudy Gobert has been fined $25,000 for criticizing NBA officials after the Minnesota Timberwolves' loss to the Phoenix Suns on Wednesday.
4 years ago

Markkanen Out, Olynyk Returns As Jazz Face Celtics

The Utah Jazz will once again be without Lauri Markkanen when they travel to face the Boston Celtics on Friday night. 
4 years ago

Career-Highs Abound For Jazz Youngsters As Season Wanes

The Utah Jazz are through week 25 of the NBA schedule, so it’s time to examine how they’ve fared in the four factors of a successful season.
4 years ago

Gobert Claims NBA Referees Are Working Against Timberwolves

Former Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert took a hard line against NBA officials after the Minnesota Timberwolves fell to the Phoenix Suns.
4 years ago

Jazz Beat Spurs, Remain 1.5 Games Back Of Play-In Tournament

The Utah Jazz were down four starters but handled the shorthanded San Antonio Spurs 128-117 thanks to 41 points from Talen Horton-Tucker.
4 years ago

Horton-Tucker Career-High Leads Jazz Over Spurs

Talen Horton-Tucker scored a career-high 41 points for the Utah Jazz who beat the San Antonio Spurs 128-117.
4 years ago

Report: Jazz Part Owner Dwyane Wade Named To Hall Of Fame

Utah Jazz part owner and NBA legend Dwyane Wade will be named to the Naismith Basketball Hall Of Fame this weekend. 
4 years ago

Markkanen Out As Jazz Open Road Trip Against Spurs

The Utah Jazz will be without Lauri Markkanen when they face the San Antonio Spurs to open their final extended road trip of the season. 
4 years ago

Kessler’s Big Night Not Enough As Jazz Lose To Suns

Walker Kessler had another big night blocking seven shots, but it wasn't enough as Utah Jazz fell to the Phoenix Suns 117-103. 
4 years ago

Jazz Losing Streak Climbs To Four After Falling To Phoenix Suns

The Utah Jazz dropped their fourth straight game falling to the Phoenix Suns 117-103 at Vivint Arena on Monday night.
4 years ago