You know what it takes to be a Clippers fan. You've got the sweet seats locked up and you're ready for your crack at Western Conference respect. You'll take second seat to no one, so here are some tips to enjoy the game like it was meant to be enjoyed; Clippers-style!

Parking: There's no need to be a Hollywood superstar to get great parking at the Staples Center. There are plenty of parking lots adjacent to the Center. Prices usually range from $15.00-$20.00 depending on the game. Just be sure to get there early enough to beat any Laker fans when these two teams meet.

Dinning: For steakhouse dining less than a block away from the Staples Center, head down to Palm Restaurant at 1100 S. Flower St. Get your fill from their selection of over 2,000 wines and enjoy a great dish from their menu of steak and seafood offerings.

Real Clippers fans get down to the Staples Center early enough to grab some dinner at Fernando's before he closes shop at 5:00 p.m. With fresh tortillas and fantastic carne asada, you can't beat a mexican food dinner and a Clippers game in one night. If you've never been; head up a block from the Staples Center on Figueroa and get some eats at 815 W. Olympic Blvd. at Fernando's Taco Inn!

Make a night of it. Get down early to beat the Laker fans to the best parking and head out for dinner before the game. By the time you're well fed and walking off your dinner, it'll be time for Clippers basketball at the Staples Center and that beats pizza delivery and the game on television any night