| John Novotny | |
| Height Ft: | 5 |
| Height In: | 10 |
| Weight Lb: | 165 |
| Birth Date: | 29 January 1918 |
| Birth Place: | Braddock, Pennsylvania |
| Death Place: | Jeannette, Pennsylvania |
| Nationality: | American |
| High School: | Braddock (Braddock, Pennsylvania) |
| College: | Appalachian State (1939–1942) |
| Career Position: | Guard |
| Years1: | 1945 |
| Team1: | Pittsburgh Raiders |
John Robert Novotny (January 29, 1918 – July 14, 2006)[1] was an American professional basketball player.[2] Novotny played in the National Basketball League for one game, appearing for the Pittsburgh Raiders during the 1944–45 season.[2] He played college basketball at Appalachian State University.[1]