Eddie Johnson (basketball, born 1955), Date of Birth, Place of Birth
TweetEddie Johnson (basketball, born 1955)
American basketball player
Date of Birth: 24-Feb-1955
Place of Birth: Ocala, Florida, United States
Profession: basketball player
Nationality: United States
Zodiac Sign: Pisces 
About Eddie Johnson (basketball, born 1955)
- Edward Lee "Fast Eddie" Johnson Jr.
- (born February 24, 1955) is a retired American professional basketball player.
- A 6'2" guard from Auburn University, Johnson played 10 seasons (1977–1987) in the NBA, mainly as a member of the Atlanta Hawks.
- Eddie's younger brother Frank played and coached in the NBA, also being a guard. He represented the Hawks in two NBA All-Star Games (1980 and 1981) and scored 10,163 points in his career.
- As a player, he was known for his great speed and slashing ability, with a capable outside shot.
- However, Johnson is known today for how his life spiraled out of control, beginning with his expulsion from the NBA.
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