76ers Trade Rumors: Seth Curry More Likely to Move at Deadline Than Maxey, Thybulle

Seth Curry is reportedly the "most likely" Philadelphia 76ers player to get included in a potential Ben Simmons-for-James Harden blockbuster deal with the Brooklyn Nets ahead of Thursday's NBA trade deadline.

Kyle Neubeck of PhillyVoice reported Wednesday there hasn't been "much headway" made between the sides with the Sixers standing pat in their assertion neither Tyrese Maxey nor Matisse Thybulle will be included in any deals before the deadline.

The Simmons situation continues to hover over the Sixers, who've tried to thread the needle between trying to remain competitive this season without backing down on their asking price for the three-time All-Star, who's yet to play during the 2021-22 campaign.

Philadelphia has been steadfast in its desire to land a top-tier player in return for the 25-year-old LSU product. Harden would certainly qualify, but the Nets also have to protect their investment after giving up numerous assets for the 2017-18 MVP last January.

In turn, it's more likely that type of high-profile deal could be swung in the offseason, but that could hamstring the Sixers in their efforts to upgrade the roster over the next few days.

Neubeck noted the 76ers are exploring their options ahead of the deadline, but the dust could settle with them featuring the "same group that suited up for a battle" for Tuesday's clash with the Phoenix Suns.

That's not the worst outcome for Philadelphia since it's 32-22 and trending toward a playoff berth in the Eastern Conference. Whether it's a true title contender with the current group is up for debate, though.

Head coach Doc Rivers said Tuesday the team is looking at potentially adding a point guard and/or a post player, but nothing is set in stone.

"I mean, we may do nothing, obviously," Rivers told reporters. "And you can only do something if there's something there. That's clearly something we're looking for—[a point guard] and size."

Curry could be an attractive trade chip in those talks. He's averaging 15 points, 4.0 assists and 3.4 rebounds while shooting 48.5 percent from the field, including 40 percent on threes, across 45 appearances this season.

The 31-year-old guard is under contract for next season, however, so it goes back to whether the Sixers want to make a serious push toward a championship this season or merely see how far their group can go this year with an eye on all-in roster upgrades over the summer.

All things considered, it wouldn't be a surprise if the Sixers either stand pat or make a very minor deal for a veteran reserve point guard to keep their entire core intact.