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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 Light Up Vivint Arena To Show Support For Ukraine

The Utah Jazz lit up Vivint Arena in blue and yellow Monday night and on their video board wrote: "Utah Stands With Ukraine."
5 years ago

Mitchell, Clarkson, House Jr. Carry Jazz Over Phoenix

The Utah Jazz won their eighth game in their last nine outings with a 118-114 victory over the league-leading Phoenix Suns.
5 years ago

Second Unit Helps Jazz Down Suns

The Utah Jazz beat the Phoenix Suns 118-114, snapping a six-game losing the team with the NBA's best record.
5 years ago

Jazz Turn In Playoff Worthy Performance Against Dallas

The Jazz had one of their best performances of the season in their 112-107 victory over the Dallas Mavericks in a potential playoff preview. 
5 years ago

Jazz Beat Mavericks In First Game Back From Break

The Utah Jazz opened the All-Star break with an impressive 114-109 win over Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks
5 years ago

Jazz Host Mavericks In Potential Playoff Preview

The Utah Jazz and Dallas Mavericks are about to see a lot more of one another, and it may carry over into the first round of the playoffs. 
5 years ago

Donovan Mitchell Missed Opportunity To Meet Michael Jordan

Donovan Mitchell missed his opportunity to meet Michael Jordan, for the second time, during All-Star weekend in Cleveland.
5 years ago

Joe Ingles Plans To Explore Options In Free Agency

Joe Ingles discussed his recent ACL surgery, getting traded by the Utah Jazz, and his future plans for free agency with DJ and PK.
5 years ago

Joe Ingles Undergoes Successful ACL Surgery

Former Utah Jazz guard Joe Ingles underwent successful surgery to repair his torn ACL on Wednesday. 
5 years ago

Jazz Have Fifth-Toughest Remaining Schedule

It's not been the smoothest regular season so far for the Utah Jazz, and it's only going to get tougher with their remaining schedule.
5 years ago

Jazz To Celebrate LOVELOUD Night

The Utah Jazz announced the team will celebrate the LGBTQ+ community at LOVELOUD night on March 9 at Vivint Arena against the Trail Blazers.
5 years ago

Jazz Unveil 2023 All-Star Game Logo

During NBA All-Star weekend in Cleveland, the Jazz released the logo for the 2023 game that is set to be held in Utah. 
5 years ago

Gobert Shines In Cleveland At All-Star Game

Though Donovan Mitchell was a late scratch from the NBA All-Star game, Rudy Gobert represented the Utah Jazz well in his third showing.
5 years ago

Gobert Wants To Take All-Star Three, Excited For Events In Utah

Jazz center Rudy Gobert said he hopes to hit a three during Sunday's All-Star game, and is excited for the even next year in Utah.
5 years ago

Donovan Mitchell Misses All-Star Practice

Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell missed Saturday's practice with Team LeBron ahead of Sunday's NBA All-Star game.
5 years ago

Jazz Have Reasons For Hope, Pessimism At All-Star Break

A breakdown on the reasons for hope, and pessimism at the All-Star break for the Utah Jazz ahead of another playoff chase.
5 years ago

Jazz Loss In LA Conjures Past Playoff Nightmares

The Utah Jazz blew a huge lead against an undermanned team in Los Angeles just when it seemed like things might be turning in their favor.
5 years ago

Jazz Collapse Against Lakers, Again

The Utah Jazz blew a double-digit lead in the fourth quarter and fell to the Los Angeles Lakers 106-101 for the second straight time.
5 years ago

Jazz Face Lakers Before All-Star Break

The Utah Jazz will travel to face the Los Angeles Lakers before heading their separate ways during the nine-day All-Star break.
5 years ago

Jazz Sign Xavier Sneed To Two-Way Deal

The Utah Jazz have signed high-flying forward Xavier Sneed to a two-way contract before heading out to the All-Star break.
5 years ago

Donovan Mitchell Takes In 8th Grade Hoops, Stays For Team Photos

Donovan Mitchell created lasting memories for one 8th-grade basketball team after showing up to watch their game on Saturday.
5 years ago

Mitchell Clears Gobert Tension Rumors With Chris Haynes

Donovan Mitchell sat down with Chris Haynes to dismiss rumors of ongoing issues with him and his All-Star teammate Rudy Gobert. 
5 years ago

Gobert Returns, Gets Tossed As Jazz Crush Rockets

 Rudy Gobert scored 14 points in his return to the floor for the Utah Jazz, but was ejected in their 135-101 blowout win over the Rockets.
5 years ago

Jazz Blow Out Rockets For Sixth Straight Win

The Utah Jazz cruised to their sixth straight win with a dominant 135-101 victory over the Houston Rockets at Vivint Arena.
5 years ago