About Johnny Cox
Born 1936. Johnny Cox is an American basketball player.
Johnny W. Cox (born November 1, 1936) is a retired American basketball player.
A 6'4" guard from Hazard High School in Kentucky, won a state championship in 1955 at Hazard. Cox starred at the University of Kentucky from 1956 to 1959. He scored 1,461 points in 84 career games and won an NCAA championship in 1958. His #24 jersey was later retired by the university.
Cox played one season (1962–63) in the NBA as a member of the Chicago Zephyrs. He averaged 7.8 points per game in 73 games. He also played in the American Basketball League.
Career statistics
NBA Source
Regular season Year Team GP MPG FG% FT% RPG APG PPG Chicago 73 23.1 .421 .704 3.8 1.9 7.8
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Johnny Cox?
American basketball player
When was Johnny Cox born?
Johnny Cox was born on 1 November 1936 in Fleming-Neon.
What is Johnny Cox's occupation?
Johnny Cox is a basketball player.
What nationality is Johnny Cox?
Johnny Cox is American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Johnny Cox. https://biography.guide/johnny-cox-basketball-player/
MLA: "Johnny Cox." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/johnny-cox-basketball-player/.
Chicago: "Johnny Cox." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/johnny-cox-basketball-player/.
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