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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

Walker Kessler Shows No Signs Of Slowing For Jazz

Walker Kessler continues to show strong development early in his young NBA career, and it was highlighted in his first start for the Jazz. 
4 years ago

ESPN: Conley To Return When Jazz Face Gobert, Timberwolves

Mike Conley will reportedly return to the Utah Jazz lineup when they host Rudy Gobert and the Minnesota Timberwolves Friday.
4 years ago

Joe Ingles Nearing Bucks Debut

Joe Ingles was assigned to the Milwaukee Bucks G League affiliate, the Wisconsin Herd, a sign that his return to the floor is growing nearer. 
4 years ago

After Clarkson Ejection, Fontecchio, Jazz Rally To Beat Warriors

The Utah Jazz overcame a four point deficit with 13 seconds left to play as Simone Fontecchio shocked the Warriors with a game-winning dunk. 
4 years ago

Jazz Stun Warriors After Fontecchio Last Second Dunk

Simone Fontecchio scored a career-high 18 points including the game-winning dunk to earn the Utah Jazz a 124-123 win over the Golden State Warriors.
4 years ago

Markkanen, Conley Out For Jazz, Warriors Without Curry, Green

The Utah Jazz are hoping to welcome Mike Conley back to the lineup when they host the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night.
4 years ago

Gonzaga Retires Jersey For Kelly Olynyk

The Gonzaga Bulldogs hung the jersey of Utah Jazz center Kelly Olynyk in the rafters at McCarthey Athletic Center on Monday night.
4 years ago

Jordan Clarkson Fined For Throwing Headband Into Jazz Crowd

Utah Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson has been fined for throwing his headband into the crowd late in the team's loss to the Portland Trail Blazers.
4 years ago

Conley, Gay Back At Practice For The Utah Jazz

The Utah Jazz got welcome news on Monday as both Mike Conley and Rudy Gay returned to practice after missing much of the month of November.
4 years ago

Poor Execution Dooms Jazz Against Trail Blazers

The Utah Jazz had their chances, but poor execution late in the fourth quarter doomed them against the Portland Trail Blazers. 
4 years ago

Jazz Win Streak Snapped In Utah By Portland Trail Blazers

The Utah Jazz two-game winning streak was snapped with a 116-111 loss to the Portland Trail Blazers in Salt Lake City. 
4 years ago

Jazz Drub Pacers, Kessler Shows Significant Growth

Walker Kessler had a 20-point, 11-rebound double-double as the Utah Jazz crushed the Indiana Pacers 139-119. 
4 years ago

Walker Kessler Posts Career-Highs In Jazz Win

The Utah Jazz won their second straight game with a 139-119 victory over the Indiana Pacers for their second straight victory.
4 years ago

Jazz Surveying Fans On Future Design Of Team’s Jerseys

The Utah Jazz are turning to their fans to gather ideas on what the future of the team's branding and jerseys should look like.
4 years ago

Jazz Sit In No Man’s Land In NBA Standings

SALT LAKE CITY – The Utah Jazz are through week six of the NBA season so it’s time for another check-up on the four factors of a successful season. The four factors — youth development, lottery standings, veteran performance, and fun factor — were laid out before the season as a grading system for a […]
4 years ago

Jazz Look To Build Win Streak Against Surprising Pacers

The Utah Jazz will look for their second straight win when they host the Indiana Pacers on Friday night without Mike Conley.
4 years ago

Hardy Adjusts Rotation, Clarkson Carries Jazz Over Clippers

Will Hardy made adjustments to his rotation while Jordan Clarkson shined in the Utah Jazz 125-112 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers. 
4 years ago

Jazz Snap Losing Streak With Win Over Clippers

The Utah Jazz snapped their five-game losing streak with a 125-112 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers in Salt Lake City.
4 years ago

Injury Report Gives Jazz Hope Against Clippers

Several key members of the Los Angeles Clippers appear on the team's injury report as they travel to face the Utah Jazz on Wednesday.
4 years ago

Jazz Center Kelly Olynyk To Have Jersey Retired At Gonzaga

The Gonzaga Bulldogs announced plans to hang the jersey of Utah Jazz center Kelly Olynyk in the rafters at McCarthey Athletic Center.
4 years ago

How Does Karl-Anthony Towns Injury Impact Jazz Draft Pick?

The Minnesota Timberwolves were dealt a serious blow with Karl-Anthony Towns injury and it could have an impact on the Jazz draft pick.
4 years ago

Jazz Provide Injury Updates On Conley, Gay

The Utah Jazz offered updates on veterans Mike Conley and Rudy Gay who have been sidelined by injuries over the last week and a half. 
4 years ago

Jazz Open Homestand With Loss To Bulls

The Utah Jazz bad habits reared their ugly head once again in a 114-107 loss to the Chicago Bulls, their first game in a six-game homestand.
4 years ago

Jazz Losing Streak Climbs To Five, Fall To Bulls At Home

The Utah Jazz surrendered an 11-point second half lead and fell to the Chicago Bulls 114-107 extending their losing streak to five games.
4 years ago