Frontwave Arena impresses in first San Diego Clippers game

• Friday was Bill Walton night, and the home debut of the new G League team on a court that's now named after Grateful Red.

Inside the arena: There's not a bad seat in the 7,500-person capacity building, which feels as intimate as an old college field house with the accommodations of a state-of-the-art arena.

• The court is open to the entire concourse, making it easy to keep track of the game while you grab a bite or drink.

Dig in: There were long lines for Baja Tacos, Seaside Market, Tanner's Prime Burgers and pizza from Gelati & Peccati (and long lines to get into the venue too), but for now we'll attribute them to growing pains.

• Great local craft beer from Pizza Port, Burgeon Beer Company and Pure Project won't require a wait.

What's next: The Clippers have three more November home games: Thursday, Sunday and next Wednesday, but their season runs through March.

• The Sockers get started in December, and there are two more concerts scheduled for this year.
• I was bummed to miss Cake play the arena's first show, but after seeing the venue I'm convinced it'll be a great option for live music.