Avatar photo

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 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.
11 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
11 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.
11 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.
11 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.
11 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.
11 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.
11 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.
11 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.
11 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.
11 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.
12 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.
12 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.
12 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.
12 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.
12 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.
12 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.
12 months ago

Utah Jazz Wrap Road Trip With Season-Worst Loss To Timberwolves

SALT LAKE CITY – The Utah Jazz wrapped up their five-game road trip with a disappointing 1-4 record, capped by a lopsided 137-97 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Minnesota came out firing, racing to a 28-point lead in the first quarter and never looking back, cruising to a 40-point victory. Related: Can the Jazz overcome […]
12 months ago

Who Steps Up With Walker Kessler Out For 2025-26 Season?

The Utah Jazz suffered a significant setback when the team announced that center Walker Kessler would miss the rest of the season due to a torn labrum.
12 months ago

Utah Jazz Fall To Pistons As Kessler Injury Shakes Up Season

The Utah Jazz dropped to 1-3 on their five-game road trip, falling to the Pistons 114-103 as offensive struggles continue.
12 months ago

Walker Kessler Out For Season With Labrum Injury

Walker Kessler will miss the remainder of the 2025-26 NBA season after suffering a torn labrum according to ESPN's Shams Charania.
12 months ago

Jazz Mailbag: When Will Ace Bailey Start Playing More?

Welcome to the Utah Jazz mailbag, where this week we look at how Ace Bailey can continue to earn more minutes.
12 months ago

Keyonte George Carries Jazz To First Road Win Over Celtics

Keyonte George scored 31 points to lift the Utah Jazz to a dramatic win over the Boston Celtics—their first road victory of the season.
12 months ago

Isaiah Collier Not On Utah Jazz Injury Report Against Boston

The Utah Jazz injury report does not feature second-year guard Isaiah Collier for the first time this season.
12 months ago