The internet's mock-draft collection thinks the Bucks will be on guard for Thursday's NBA draft

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

Jerome Robinson controls the ball during a game against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish.

As with any 17th pick in any draft, there's plenty of uncertainty with so much action taking place beforehand, and so it's really anyone's guess which player the Milwaukee Bucks will select Thursday – and that's if they keep the pick.

But let's take a spin through mock drafts anyway for some guesswork.

FORBES: Jerome Robinson, G, Boston College

Boston College's Jerome Robinson (1) reacts after scoring during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against the North Carolina State in the second round of the Atlantic Coast Conference tournament Wednesday, March 7, 2018, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

Here's what Forbes had to say:

"At 21, Robinson could be considered an elder statesman next to many of the other potential top-20 picks. Because of his extended experience, he may not have as much upside as other prospects, but he should be able to provide steady, reliable guard play immediately as a rookie."

SPORTS ILLUSTRATED: Robinson

Forbes wasn't the only magazine who saw a potential fit with Robinson.

"Robinson is among the prospects in consideration here for Milwaukee, and has become a first-round lock during the pre-draft process with his scoring ability, ability to play on or off the ball, and strong intangibles. His shooting and offensive versatility fits well in the backcourt next to Giannis Antetokounmpo, and he creates his own shot well off the dribble, changes speeds well and can put the ball in the basket from all three levels. Robinson needs to improve defensively, but appears a good bet to figure out a role and stick. He should become a stabilizing offensive factor in someone’s rotation. Depending on which players fall to this spot, the Bucks are also in position to trade down."

Speaking of trading down, check out Matt Velasquez's explainer on the options facing the Bucks, including some considerations for other parts of the roster.

ESPN: Mitchell Robinson, C, no college

Big East's Mitchell Robinson dunks against Big West's during the second half of the McDonald's All- American boys high school basketball game in Chicago, Wednesday, March 29, 2017. Big West won 109-107. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

No relation to Jerome, and this is a risky but interesting possibility floated by ESPN. Robinson went through a bit of a soap opera when he committed to Western Kentucky, arrived on campus, elected not to stay but couldn't transfer without waiting so wound up disappearing off the basketball map for a while.

"Just like Thon Maker two years ago and Giannis Antetokounmpo before that, drafting Robinson is a high-risk, high-reward play. Like them, Robinson played neither college basketball nor at a high level internationally, giving scouts (and statistical projections) relatively little to go on. However, his strong play in the 2016 Nike EYBL showcased Robinson's potential to develop into a Clint Capela-esque rim runner and protector.

"How he fits: The Bucks struggled to find a consistent option at center after trading Greg Monroe early last season. Maker was inconsistent and John Henson missed the final five games of Milwaukee's first-round loss to Boston with a sore back, leaving the position to Maker and journeyman Tyler Zeller. Among that group, Robinson could compete for minutes right away."

HOOPS HYPE: Lonnie Walker, SG, Miami

Miami Hurricanes guard Lonnie Walker IV on the court during a game against North Carolina.

The USA Today affiliate has another high-upside idea.

"Walker has been one of the standout workout performers and a number of lottery teams are said to have him in the mix. He would offer tremendous value at 17 if he were to slide this far."

CBS SPORTS: Troy Brown, SG, Oregon

Troy Brown celebrates after a three-point basket during a game against the Southern California Trojans.

Gary Parrish thinks the Bucks will go with a different guard.

"Brown developed a reputation in high school as somebody who values defense and could reasonably play at least three positions at the collegiate level, and he showed flashes of that at Oregon while averaging 11.3 points, 6.2 rebounds and 3.2 assists in 31.5 minutes per game. If he can develop a consistent 3-point shot – Brown only shot 29.1 percent from beyond the arc this season – he'll be capable of providing the versatility NBA franchises crave while flourishing at both forward positions."

THE RINGER: Aaron Holiday, PG, UCLA

UCLA's Aaron Holiday beats the defense to the basket.

This mock is from June 14, so it's a little dated, but it's worth checking out for the design if nothing else.

"A spark-plug scoring guard who projects as a backup due to his lack of speed and explosiveness. Dynamic shooter who can splash 3s from NBA range off the catch, the dribble and screens."

NBA.COM: Holiday

The Holiday fit in Milwaukee isn't an isolated idea floated by The Ringer.

"Mike Budenholzer will give Eric Bledsoe a chance to show he’s the long-term answer for Milwaukee at the point. But with Bled entering the last year of his contract, it’s only prudent for the Bucks to give themselves some insurance at the position. Most important, though, Milwaukee needs shooting, and Aaron Holiday, the younger brother of Jrue (New Orleans) and Justin (Chicago), can fill it up – he was top 25 nationally in three-point shooting as a junior for the Bruins (.429 behind the college line). Yes, Malcolm Brogdon and Matthew Dellavedova are still on the roster, but a) you can never have enough point guards, and b) in this day and age point guards with reasonable deals are eminently tradable quantities. Holiday, all-Pac 12 First Team and all-Pac 12 Defensive Team, is a talent who could help the Bucks right away."