Why do NBA players put their feet on a bucket of ice before games?

Question

Why do NBA players put their feet on a bucket of ice before games?

Answer 1

ive only seen them put it on after and its to prevent swelling

Answer 2

to get there feet hydrated and ready for the game and its makes  them less sweat

Answer 3

cause it wakes their feet up if u no what im saying or mabe this will make u understand

http://br.youtube.com/watch?v=xp6qJ7LZNl...

Answer 4

not all NBA players do that.. the ones with ankle or foot problems do it to reduce swelling. NBA players play thru so many little sprained ankles and stuff like that that its crazy

LOL.. "keep them hydrated" and "keep them cool so they sweat less" hah dont answer the question if you dont acutally know the answer.