Quick random sign of an apocalypse: Right now, my television is on NESN (New England Sports Network), and they’re airing a New Jersey vs. Maryland Little League regional Mid-Atlantic tournament game. Which begs the question: Who in New England — Mass., Conn., R.I., Vt., Maine, or N.H. — would ever watch some Guido Minyans?

Enough from Green Bay. Forget Erin AndrewsGate. Let’s finally discuss something fresh . . . the 2008-09 NBA schedule: released today!

ESPN has an above-average selection of key match ups, beginning with LeBron vs. the Defending Champs and Greg Oden vs. the Lake Show on October 28. Giggidy! Our picks:

Nov. 4: Boston at Houston

Nov. 6: Houston at Portland (TNT)

Nov. 20: L.A. Lakers at Phoenix (TNT)

Nov. 25: Golden State at Washington

Dec. 26: Chicago at Miami (ESPN)

Dec. 31: Philadelphia at L.A. Clippers

Jan. 19: Cleveland at L.A. Lakers (TNT)

Feb. 5: L.A. Lakers at Boston (TNT)

Feb. 11: Oklahoma City at Portland