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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

Lauri Markkanen, Jordan Clarkson Push Jazz Past Rockets

Lauri Markkanen and Jordan Clarkson carried the Utah Jazz to a 109-101 victory over the Houston Rockets to move to 4-1 on the season.
4 years ago

Utah Jazz Look For Bounce Back Win Against Houston Rockets

The Utah Jazz will look to avenge their first loss of the season when they host the Houston Rockets on Wednesday night in Salt Lake City. 
4 years ago

Walker Kessler Shows Off Creative Side With Jazz Logo

Walker Kessler showed his artistic skills off the floor as the rookie took a stab at drawing the Utah Jazz J-Note logo.
4 years ago

Markkanen Goes Cold, Jazz Drop First Game To Rockets

The Jazz dropped their first game of the season to the previously winless Houston Rockets as Lauri Markkanen struggled to lead the offense.
4 years ago

Jazz Snap Unbeaten Streak With Loss To Rockets

The Houston Rockets took advantage of a tired Utah Jazz roster, snapping the team's three-game unbeaten streak with a 114-108 victory.
4 years ago

Report: Jazz, Lakers Expected To Resume Westbrook Trade Talks

The Los Angeles Lakers and the Utah Jazz are expected to reengage in trade talks surrounding Russell Westbrook according to a new report. 
4 years ago

Mitchell, Gobert Off To Record Starts As Jazz Stay Unbeaten

Rudy Gobert and Donovan Mitchell are off to record starts for the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Cleveland Cavaliers.
4 years ago

Olynyk, Clarkson, Markkanen Push Jazz Past Pelicans In Overtime

The Jazz blew a 17 point fourth quarter lead, but clutch plays in overtime allowed them to beat the Pelicans in New Orleans. 
4 years ago

Olynyk Layup Beats Pelicans, Jazz Move To 3-0

A late layup from Kelly Olynyk gave the Jazz the Jazz their third straight win, beating the Pelicans 122-121 in overtime.
4 years ago

Gobert Misses Clutch Free Throws, Try-Hard Jazz Down Wolves

Rudy Gobert missed two clutch free throws the Jazz hit big baskets to earn a 132-126 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves in overtime.
4 years ago

Jazz Erase 17 Point Deficit, Beat Timberwolves In Overtime

The Jazz and Timberwolves battled into overtime where clutch shots from Mike Conley and Lauri Markkanen proved to be the difference. 
4 years ago

Donovan Mitchell Confirms, Ingles Is The Biggest ******* In NBA

Donovan Mitchell spilled the beans on his time with the Utah Jazz, including teammate Joe Ingles in a podcast with NBA veteran JJ Redick.
4 years ago

Gobert Wants Jazz Success Ahead Of Timberwolves Game

Rudy Gobert said he is rooting for the Utah Jazz to succeed even now as he plays for the division-rival Minnesota Timberwolves. 
4 years ago

Utes Jump Up BIG-PAC Power Poll In Week Seven

The Utes got a surge in Week Seven of the BIG-PAC Power Poll while BYU slipped in the standings after a loss to Arkansas.
4 years ago

Walker Kessler Makes NBA History In Jazz Debut

Walker Kessler made history for the Utah Jazz in his rookie debut recording a double-double while shooting a perfect 5-5 from the floor.
4 years ago

‘Maniac’ Sexton Ices Nuggets In Jazz Debut

Collin Sexton made good on his four-year, $71 million in his first appearance for the Utah Jazz as he helped close out the Denver Nuggets.
4 years ago

New Look Jazz Stun Nuggets In Season Opener

Collin Sexton scored 20 points off the bench and the Utah Jazz stunned the Denver Nuggets with a 123-102 victory in the season opener.
4 years ago

Ryan Smith: Utah Is A ‘Top-Ten Market’ In The NBA

Ryan Smith joined DJ and PK on Tuesday morning to discuss the state of the Jazz, including Utah as a top-ten sports market.
4 years ago

Four Factors Will Determine Success Of Jazz Season

Despite the many unknowns, there are four key factors that will determine the success of the Utah Jazz 2022-23 season. 
4 years ago

KSL’s Deanie Wimmer Sits Down With Jazz Coach Will Hardy

KSL’s Deanie Wimmer sat down with Jazz coach Will Hardy to find out, he’s not exactly new, and Wednesday, he’ll have an experienced ally.
4 years ago

New Jazz Roster Opens Season Against Nuggets

After the most tumultuous offseason in franchise history, the new Jazz roster is preparing to host the Denver Nuggets in the season opener.
4 years ago

Apple Steals Jazz TakeNote Hashtag

The Utah Jazz have lost their #TakeNote hashtag on Twitter to tech giant Apple who released their new advertising campaign Tuesday m
4 years ago

Jazz Drop To 1-3 With Preseason Finale Loss

The Utah Jazz dropped to 1-3 in preseason play after falling to the Dallas Mavericks 115-101 and now turn their attention to the regular season.
4 years ago

Markkanen Scores 21 As Jazz Fall To Mavericks

The Utah Jazz wrapped up the preseason with a 115-101 loss to the Dallas Mavericks despite a strong 21 point outing from Lauri Markkanen.
4 years ago