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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

Spurs Snap 16-Game Losing Streak With Win Over Jazz

The Utah Jazz fell to the Spurs 102-94, snapping San Antonio's 16-game losing streak despite Lauri Markkanen's 28 points.
4 years ago

Jazz Host Spurs Without Clarkson, Sexton

The Utah Jazz will be without Jordan Clarkson and Collin Sexton tonight when they host the San Antonio Spurs. 
4 years ago

Sexton To Miss Another Week With Hamstring Injury

Utah Jazz guard Collin Sexton will miss at least another week due to the left hamstring injury he suffered prior to the All-Star break.
4 years ago

Will AT&T SportsNet Carry Jazz Games After March?

AT&T SportsNet, the regional sports network that carries Utah Jazz is ceasing operations at the end of March.
4 years ago

Markkanen: Jazz Players Aren’t Focused On Tanking Games

Lauri Markkanen said with 20 games left to play, the Utah Jazz players aren't tanking to look ahead to the upcoming NBA Draft.
4 years ago

Kris Dunn Sparks Jazz In Win Over Spurs

The Utah Jazz opened up their two-game series against the San Antonio Spurs with a 118-102 win at Vivint Arena. 
4 years ago

Jazz Overcome Slow Start, Down Spurs

The Utah Jazz overcame a slow start and downed the San Antonio Spurs 118-102 behind 27 points from Lauri Markkanen.
4 years ago

Jazz Host Slumping Spurs After Overtime Thriller

The Utah Jazz will host the lowly San Antonio Spurs on Saturday on the front end of consecutive matchups between the teams. 
4 years ago

Frank Jackson Relishing Opportunity With Jazz

Frank Jackson isn't taking anything for granted after signing a 10-day contract with the Utah Jazz earlier this week.
4 years ago

Markkanen, Kessler Carry Jazz Past Thunder In Overtime

Lauri Markkanen and Walker Kessler proved to be too much for the Oklahoma City Thunder to handle in a 120-119 Utah Jazz win.
4 years ago

Markkanen Scores 43, Jazz Down Thunder In Overtime

The Utah Jazz survived the Oklahoma City Thunder with a 120-119 win in overtime behind 43 points from Lauri Markkanen.
4 years ago

Sexton Out With Hamstring Injury As Jazz Host Thunder

The Utah Jazz will be without guard Collin Sexton due to a hamstring injury when they host the Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday. 
4 years ago

Quin Snyder House Remains Unsold Despite $3MM Price Drop

The house of former Utah Jazz coach Quin Snyder remains on the market despite a nearly $3 million price drop.
4 years ago

What Do Frank Jackson, Kris Dunn Offer Jazz?

Wednesday marked the first day at practice for Utah Jazz guards Frank Jackson and Kris Dunn to suit for their new team.
4 years ago

Top Five Moments From NBA All-Star Weekend In Utah

The NBA All-Star festivities have come and gone in Utah, but here's a look back at the top-five moments from the weekend.
4 years ago

Utah All-Star Game Draws Record Low Ratings

According to newly released numbers, the NBA All-Star game in Utah drew a record-low for ratings on television.
4 years ago

Report: Jazz Sign Former Lone Peak Star Frank Jackson

The Utah Jazz are reportedly signing former Lone Peak High School star Frank Jackson an former lottery pick Kris Dunn to 10-day contracts.
4 years ago

Markkanen Makes Impressive All-Star Debut At Home

Lauri Markkanen made the most of his first All-Star appearance scoring 13 points and grabbing seven rebounds in 26 minutes.
4 years ago

Markkanen, Lillard Help Team Giannis Win 2023 NBA All-Star Game

Lauri Markkanen and Damian Lillard helped Team Giannis defeat Team LeBron to win the 2023 NBA All-Star Game.
4 years ago

Markkanen Throws Down Back-To-Back All-Star Dunks

Lauri Markkanen continued his strong start to the All-Star game adding another pair of highlight reel dunks in the second quarter.
4 years ago

Markkanen Excited To Play Host At First All-Star Game

Lauri Markkanen will make his first All-Star appearance Sunday night as the star-studded weekend comes to a close in Utah.
4 years ago

NBA All-Star Events Sunday In Utah

NBA All-Star Weekend is wrapping up in Utah on Sunday with a full day of events throughout the city culminating with the All-Star game.
4 years ago

NBA: All-Star Economic Impact Roughly $280 Million For Utah

NBA commissioner Adam Silver praised Utah as a host for All-Star Weekend and projected a record economic impact for the state.  
4 years ago

Markkanen, Clarkson Confident In All-Star Saturday Night Events

Lauri Markkanen and Jordan Clarkson expressed optimism about winning their events at All-Star Saturday night.
4 years ago