Apr 16, 2008 10:05 PM EST

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.

Via Press Release