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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 Crush Clippers In Lauri Markkanen Return

Lauri Markkanen scored 34 points in his return from a two-game absence, and the Utah Jazz beat the Los Angeles Clippers.
4 years ago

Markkanen Available For Jazz, Leonard, George Out For Clippers

The Utah Jazz offered an injury update on forward Lauri Markkanen ahead of their matchup with the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday. 
4 years ago

Report: Teams Eyeing Jazz Beasley, Conley Before Trade Deadline

With the trade deadline quickly approaching, Utah Jazz guards Mike Conley and Malik Beasley are reportedly popular names in NBA circles. 
4 years ago

Jazz Rookies Shine In Shorthanded Win Over Timberwolves

Walker Kessler and Ochai Agbaji had massive games for the Utah Jazz who stunned the Minnesota Timberwolves with a 126-125 victory. 
4 years ago

Late Clarkson Free Throw Carries Jazz Over Timberwolves

Jordan Clarkson hit a free throw with four seconds left to play as the Utah Jazz beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 126-125. 
4 years ago

Kessler Shines As Starter, But Shorthanded Jazz Fall To Sixers

The Utah Jazz were without Lauri Markkanen, Kelly Olynyk, and Collin Sexton, but narrowly lost to the Philadelphia 76ers 118-117. 
4 years ago

Clarkson’s 38 Not Enough As Jazz Fall To 76ers

Jordan Clarkson scored 38 points but it wasn't enough as the shorthanded Utah Jazz fell to the Philadelphia 76ers 118-117. 
4 years ago

Delta Center Name Recalls Top Utah Sports Memories

With the Delta Center officially returning to the state of Utah, we look back at the top moments of the arena from 1991 through 2006.
4 years ago

Delta Center Name Set To Return In July

On Saturday the Utah Jazz announced that the team's home arena would return to the original Delta Center moniker.
4 years ago

Markkanen Has Bizarre Scoring Night, Pushes Jazz Past Magic

Walker Kessler hit two clutch free throws while Lauri Markkanen made the game-saving block as the Utah Jazz downed the Orlando Magic 112-108. 
4 years ago

Jazz Make Keys Play Late, Down Magic

The Utah Jazz won their second straight game by downing the Orlando Magic thanks to clutch plays from Walker Kessler and Lauri Markkanen.
4 years ago

Sexton Likely To Return As Jazz Host Magic

The Utah Jazz are expected to welcome Collin Sexton back to the rotation when they host the Orlando Magic on Friday night.
4 years ago

Agbaji Showing Promise As Jazz Season Develops

The Utah Jazz are through week 13 of the NBA season so it’s time to examine how they’ve fared in the four factors of a successful season.
4 years ago

Kessler Flashes Jump Shot, But Jazz Like His Low Post Aggression

Walker Kessler hit a promising 18-foot jump shot against the Cavaliers, but the Utah Jazz are trying to develop more nastiness in the rookie.
4 years ago

Donovan Mitchell Interaction With Young Jazz Fan Goes Viral

Donovan Mitchell shared a heartwarming interaction with one young Utah Jazz super fan prior to the game in Salt Lake City on Tuesday.
4 years ago

Markkanen Holds Steady In Second Round Of All-Star Voting

The second round of NBA All-Star voting has been released and Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen had another strong showing.
4 years ago

Jazz Capitalize On High Emotions, Beat Mitchell, Cavaliers

On what was a night of high emotion in Salt Lake City, the Utah Jazz came out victorious over Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers. 
4 years ago

Clarkson Goes On Miraculous Run, Jazz Stun Mitchell, Cavaliers

Jordan Clarkson went on solo 9-0 run late in the fourth quarter to erase a five point Cavaliers and lead the Utah Jazz to a 116-114 win. 
4 years ago

Jazz Welcome Donovan Mitchell With Tribute Video

The Jazz welcomed superstar guard Donovan Mitchell back to Utah with a tribute video in their game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. 
4 years ago

Jazz Players, Fans Show Donovan Mitchell Love In Return To Utah

Donovan Mitchell received a warm welcome during his pregame routine when he retook the floor before facing the Utah Jazz on Tuesday night.
4 years ago

Injury-Riddled Jazz Host Donovan Mitchell, Cavaliers

While the Utah Jazz welcome back a familiar face in Donovan Mitchell, they'll be without several of their own when they host the Cavaliers. 
4 years ago

With Trade Deadline Looming, Jazz Looking Long Term

The NBA Trade deadline is one month away, and the Utah Jazz now sit on the outside of the Western Conference Playoffs looking in.
4 years ago

Ryan Smith ‘Everyone Should Celebrate’ Donovan Mitchell Return

Ryan Smith, owner of the Utah Jazz joined 97.5 The KSL Sports Zone to discuss the return of Donovan Mitchell to Vivint Arena.
4 years ago

Jazz Drop Out Of Playoff Picture With Loss To Memphis

The Utah Jazz fell out of the Western Conference Playoff picture with a loss to the Memphis Grizzlies, 123-118. 
4 years ago