SAN FRANCISCO — Jonathan Kuminga considered it a positive learning experience going through a lengthy contract negotiation to better understand the NBA’s business side.

The fifth-year forward expressed a desire Thursday to stay with the Golden State Warriors for the long term. He hopes that sentiment is mutual.

Only time will tell.

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