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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 Mailbag: What To Make Of Will Hardy’s “Play Harder” Video?

Welcome to the Utah Jazz Mailbag! This week, we look at Will Hardy's suddenly viral "play harder" video.
8 months ago

Utah Jazz Thrashed By Thunder In Battle Of Shorthanded Rosters

The Utah Jazz fell to the Oklahoma City Thunder, 131-101, in a blowout between two shorthanded teams.
8 months ago

New York Knicks Jump On Utah Jazz Early, Cruise To Victory

The Utah Jazz ended their season-best two-game winning streak with a 146-112 loss to the New York Knicks.
8 months ago

Fourth Quarter Barrage Lifts Utah Jazz In Brooklyn

The Utah Jazz opened their two-game road trip by beating the Brooklyn Nets 123-110, securing their first set of back-to-back victories this season.
8 months ago

Jazz Mailbag: How Can This Season End Successfully?

Welcome to the Utah Jazz mailbag, where this week, we look at how the team can finish the 2025-26 season successfully.
8 months ago

Utah Jazz Stars Bounce Back In Impressive Win Over Rockets

The Utah Jazz rebounded from Sunday's blowout to the Houston Rockets, downing the same opponent 133-125 to split the two-game series. 
8 months ago

Rockets Stifle Utah Jazz Stars In Lopsided Outing

The Utah Jazz were on the wrong end of a 129-101 blowout at the hands of the Houston Rockets.
8 months ago

Jazz Snap Losing Streak Against Kings, Bailey Leaves With Injury

The Utah Jazz snapped their four-game losing streak, downing the Sacramento Kings 128-119 to close out NBA Cup play.
8 months ago

Friday’s Game Last Chance For Jazz Fans To See 30 Rock Basketball

Fans can see the Utah Jazz 30 Rocks at 30 Rock Basketball for the final time on Friday before it goes up for auction in December
8 months ago

Jazz Mailbag: What Do Fans Have To Be Thankful For?

Welcome to the Utah Jazz mailbag, where this Thanksgiving week, we look at what fans have to be thankful for.
8 months ago

Utah Jazz Move To 1-7 On Road After Warriors Blowout

The Utah Jazz lost their fourth consecutive game Monday night, falling to the Golden State Warriors 134-117.
8 months ago

Utah Jazz Late Rally Comes Up Short In Loss To Lakers

The Utah Jazz comeback came up short in a dramatic 108-106 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers.
8 months ago

Incredible Third Quarter Thrusts OKC Thunder Past Utah Jazz

The Utah Jazz suffered a 144-112 blowout loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, dropping to 5-10 on the season.
8 months ago

Utah Jazz Big Bet On Ace Bailey Is Paying Off

Ace Bailey is quickly emerging as a bright spot for the Utah Jazz, flashing the scoring punch and versatility that could accelerate the rebuild.
8 months ago

LeBron, Lakers Run Away From Utah Jazz In Second Half

The Los Angeles Lakers downed the Utah Jazz 140-126 in LeBron James record-breaking 23rd regular season debut.
8 months ago

LeBron James To Make Season Debut Against Jazz

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James will make his season debut at home against the Utah Jazz on Tuesday.
8 months ago

Jazz Mailbag: Will Jazz Lose Their Pick To The OKC Thunder?

Welcome to the Utah Jazz mailbag, where this week we look at whether the team will lose its 1-8 protected first-round pick to the Oklahoma City Thunder.
8 months ago

Keyonte George Shocks Bulls With Double OT Game-Winner

Lauri Markkanen scored 47 points, but Keyonte George’s dominant second-half performance carried the Utah Jazz past the Chicago Bulls in double overtime.
8 months ago

Hawks Clamp Down Late, Spoil Big Nights from Markkanen, Bailey

The Utah Jazz got 61 combined points from Lauri Markkanen and Ace Bailey, but still fell 132-122 to the Atlanta Hawks.
9 months ago

Jazz Aren’t NBA’s Worst Team, And That’s Okay

If you're a Utah Jazz fan who feels conflicted after each win this season, you're not alone.
9 months ago

Utah Jazz Score 152 Points, Crush Pacers At Home

The Utah Jazz steamrolled the Indiana Pacers 152-128, fueled by big scoring outputs from Lauri Markkanen, Ace Bailey, and Svi Mykhailiuk.
9 months ago

Jazz Mailbag: Will Walker Kessler Be Frustrated Not Getting Paid

In this week's Utah Jazz Mailbag, we look at how not signing a contract may affect Walker Kessler after his season-ending injury.
9 months ago

Ace Bailey Makes First Start, Jazz Fall To Timberwolves

Ace Bailey made a statement in his first career start, but the Utah Jazz fell to the Minnesota Timberwolves 120-113 on Monday night.
9 months ago

Knicks Teammates Tease Jordan Clarkson After Fouling Out

The New York Knicks bench erupted in laughter after veteran guard Jordan Clarkson fouled out during the team’s dominant 134–98 win on Sunday.
9 months ago