VIDEO: Paul George's dog assists in rehab

LeBron James may have to step aside as the most beloved basketball player with a royal nickname.

Paul George's dog, King, has been hitting the court lately, and he's fit to become a major fan favorite. As his owner works his way back from a gruesome leg injury suffered this summer, King is doing the best he can to help George's recovery.

That includes guarding him one-on-one and collecting rebounds for his dude.

CAPTION: When ya mans want that one on one #GodSpeed

Not for nothing, but we'd be happy to watch a modern-day Air Bud sequel where the dog just rains corner threes and plays tough defense.