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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

NBA All-Star Events Saturday In Utah

NBA All-Star Weekend is officially underway in Utah on Saturday with a full day of events throughout the city.
4 years ago

Kessler, Team Deron Eliminated From NBA Rising Stars Game

Walker Kessler and Team Deron didn't last long in the Rising Stars Challenge at NBA All-Star Friday night. 
4 years ago

Clarkson, Sexton Celebrate All-Star Weekend With Local Youth

Utah Jazz players Jordan Clarkson, Collin Sexton, and Micah Potter were popular faces at Jr. NBA to kick off the NBA All-Star weekend.
4 years ago

NBA All-Star Events Friday In Utah

The NBA All-Star Weekend officially kicks off in Utah on Friday with the first league-sanctioned events getting underway.
4 years ago

Toscano-Anderson, Jones Shine In Jazz Debut

The Utah Jazz got strong debuts from Juan Toscano-Anderson and Damian Jones despite falling to the Memphis Grizzlies 117-111.
4 years ago

Shorthanded Jazz Enter All-Star Break With Memphis Loss

The Utah Jazz put up a valiant effort in 117-111 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies heading into the All-Star break. 
4 years ago

Markkanen Out As Jazz Face Grizzlies

The Utah Jazz will be without All-Star Lauri Markkanen after being listed as questionable as they face the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday. 
4 years ago

Karl Malone Will Be Judge At All-Star Dunk Contest

Jazz legend Karl Malone will be back in Utah to help judge the NBA Dunk Contest during All-Star Saturday night.
4 years ago

Kessler, Clarkson, Sexton To Compete In All-Star Skills Challenge

Walker Kessler, Jordan Clarkson, and Collin Sexton will represent the Utah Jazz in the NBA Skills Challenge at All-Star Saturday night.
4 years ago

Ryan Smith Shares Inside Peek At Vivint Arena All-Star Court

Utah Jazz owner Ryan Smith and the NBA shared previews of the court inside Vivint Arena for All-Star weekend. 
4 years ago

Jazz Break Shooting Slump In Win Over Pacers

The Utah Jazz got 29 points from Jordan Clarkson and Lauri Markkanen as they downed the Indiana Pacers 123-117. 
4 years ago

Despite Late Rally, Jazz Hold Off Pacers In Indiana

The Utah Jazz held off a late rally from the Pacers and earned a 123-117 win in Indiana to move to 2-1 on their road trip.
4 years ago

Jazz Face Slumping Pacers

The Utah Jazz will look to lock up a .500 road trip when they face the Indiana Pacers on Monday night after starting 1-1 on their road swing.
4 years ago

Jazz Fall To Knicks, Toscano-Anderson, Jones Sit

The Utah Jazz fell to the New York Knicks 126-120 as they struggled to slow guard Jalen Brunson and forward Julius Randle.
4 years ago

Brunson, Randle Help Knicks Sweep Jazz

Lauri Markkanen scored 29 points on 8-22 shooting as the Utah Jazz fell to the New York Knicks 126-120 at Madison Square Garden.
4 years ago

Kessler Career-High Helps Jazz Rally In Toronto

The Utah Jazz offense found its groove late in the fourth quarter and stunned the Toronto Raptors with a 122-116 victory. 
4 years ago

Jazz Stun Raptors With Late Fourth Quarter Rally

The Utah Jazz rallied from a late 13 point deficit and stunned the Toronto Raptors on their home floor to open a four-game road trip.
4 years ago

Jazz Grades After The Trade Deadline

The Utah Jazz are through week 16 of the NBA season so it’s time to examine how they’ve fared in the four factors of a successful year.
4 years ago

Jazz Officially Welcome Juan Toscano-Anderson, Damian Jones

The Utah Jazz officially welcomed Russell Westbrook, Juan Toscano-Anderson, and Damian Jones after Wednesday's blockbuster trade. 
4 years ago

Utah Jazz: Russell Westbrook ‘Open To Being Here’

Utah Jazz general manager Justin Zanik said the recently acquired Russell Westbrook is open to being with the organization.
4 years ago

Jazz Say Goodbye To Mike Conley After Timberwolves Trade

The Utah Jazz said goodbye to Mike Conley, Malik Beasley, Jarred Vanderbilt on Friday after Thursday's trade deadline. 
4 years ago

After Trade Deadline, Jazz Shorthanded In Toronto

The Utah Jazz will be short several players when they travel to Toronto to face the Raptors on Friday after Wednesday's trade.
4 years ago

What Are Jazz Getting In Westbrook, Toscano-Anderson, Jones?

With the trade deadline now past, what do Russell Westbrook, Juan Toscano-Anderson, and Damian Jones offer the Jazz?
4 years ago

Clarkson, Kessler, Hardy Discuss Emotional Conley Trade

Utah Jazz players reacted to the blockbuster trade that sent veteran leader Mike Conley to the Minnesota Timberwolves.
4 years ago