The Phoenix Suns announced today they have signed forward Linton Johnson for the remainder of the season. Johnson is eligible to be on the Suns? 2008 NBA Playoff roster.
The 6-8, 205-pound player returns to Phoenix after signing two separate 10-day contracts on Feb. 22 and March 3 earlier this season. Johnson appeared in six games in his first stint with Phoenix, averaging 2.5 points and 2.2 rebounds in 8.8 minutes. The 27-year old also signed a 10-day contract with the Toronto Raptors on March 27, 2008 and appeared in two games, totaling six points in 10 minutes.