The Bernstein Brief: Time For Doug McDermott To Show Something

It's simple for McDemott: make open shots, space the floor, move without the ball.

• Oct 1, 2015

Bernstein: Why Would Adidas Still Want Derrick Rose?

Rose has brought Adidas headache after headache.

• Sep 30, 2015

Bernstein: Derrick Rose Starts Bulls' Season On Strange Note

Considering it was media day, Rose picked an odd time to turn his focus to summer 2017.

• Sep 29, 2015

Bernstein: Bears Never Had A Chance

How bad was it for Chicago? Well, punter Pat O'Donnell had a career day.

• Sep 27, 2015

The Bernstein Brief: Patrick Kane Circus Explodes, But End Seems Near

The best bet now is that this case eventually dries up.

• Sep 25, 2015

Bernstein: There's No Perfect Solution To MLB Playoff Unfairness

The wild-card format is tough to swallow for the loser -- and especially unfair when that's a great team that got second in a division.

• Sep 24, 2015

The Bernstein Brief: Ricketts Family Loses With Scott Walker

The Ricketts family was set to host a big event for Walker at Wrigley Field before he dropped out of the presidential race.

• Sep 22, 2015

Bernstein: Bears' Situation All About Perspective

If Week 1 was a moral victory for Chicago, Week 2 reminded us that's a weak idea.

• Sep 20, 2015

The Bernstein Brief: Joe Maddon To Recognize One Step Programs

Maddon uses Cubs home games on Fridays to publicize local charities.

• Sep 18, 2015

The Bernstein Brief: Conflicting Reports Cloud The Patrick Kane Case

It remains unclear if settlement talks are taking place between Kane and his accuser.

• Sep 17, 2015

The Bernstein Brief: After Just 1 Week, NFL Is Already Crazy

You can't make this stuff up.

• Sep 15, 2015

Bernstein: Bears Better, But Not Good

There will be more long days for the Bears, but at least they're competent and watchable already.

• Sep 13, 2015

The Bernstein Brief: John Fox Can't Lose

The Bears' dearth of talent has been exposed, and there's only so much a coach can do.

• Sep 11, 2015

The Bernstein Brief: Remainder Of Cubs' Regular Season Doesn't Mean Much

Chicago is all but assured of playing Pittsburgh in the coin flip game.

• Sep 10, 2015

Bernstein: Games, Gambling Ready To Clean NFL's Slate

The NFL remains a sea of money and power, consuming so much of our attention.

• Sep 9, 2015

The Bernstein Brief: Enjoy This Week, Bears Fans

The bucket of cold water to the face of Bears fans will be delivered Sunday at noon.

• Sep 8, 2015

The Bernstein Brief: Big Questions Remain For Bears

A 3-1 preseason led to more questions than answers.

• Sep 4, 2015

The Bernstein Brief: Q Scores Reveal Sports Truths

Kris Bryant is better-known than Patrick Kane, which speaks to the size and fervor of Cubs fandom.

• Sep 3, 2015

Bernstein: 'Concussion' Movie Is Afraid Of The NFL

So much for creative liberty in this film, as lawyers got heavily involved.

• Sep 2, 2015

Bernstein: The Obfuscating Start Of The John Fox Era

Like Fox's words, the Bears' timeline for a return to respectability is unclear.

• Sep 1, 2015

The Bernstein Brief: Yes, That's An Error

There should be no debate over Starlin Castro's misplay in Jake Arrieta's no-hitter.

• Aug 31, 2015

The Bernstein Brief: A Fond Memory Of Darryl Dawkins

Dawkins always seemed to have time for everyone.

• Aug 28, 2015

Bernstein: Separating The Patrick Kane/Derrick Rose Allegations

The respective legal issues are occurring in entirely different arenas.

• Aug 27, 2015

Bernstein: Now The NFL Wants To Curb Fighting

It's a difficult balance, trying to prevent fighting but also promoting a violent game.

• Aug 26, 2015

Bernstein: Joe Maddon Was Wrong To Blame Injured Fan

Even for fans who pay close attention, there's little time to react to line-drive foul balls.

• Aug 25, 2015

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