About Red Owens
Lived 1925 – 1988 (aged 63). Red Owens was an American basketball player.
James L. "Red" Owens (September 2, 1925 – October 11, 1988) was an American professional basketball player.
A 6'3" guard/forward from Baylor University, Owens played two seasons (1949–1950 and 1951–1952) in the National Basketball Association (NBA) as a member of the Tri-Cities Blackhawks, Anderson Packers, Baltimore Bullets, and Milwaukee Hawks.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Red Owens?
American basketball player
When was Red Owens born?
Red Owens was born on 2 September 1925 in Texas.
When did Red Owens die?
Red Owens died on 11 October 1988.
What was Red Owens's occupation?
Red Owens was a basketball player.
What nationality was Red Owens?
Red Owens was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Red Owens. https://biography.guide/red-owens/
MLA: "Red Owens." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/red-owens/.
Chicago: "Red Owens." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/red-owens/.
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