But a feud with Peter Graham, proprietor of the San Diego Sports Arena due to Graham being bitter for not being granted the team meant that the team would play their games in the 3,200 capacity Peterson Gym.
The first game was a Friday night on October 13, 1972, versus the Denver Rockets, which they lost 100–109.
The Q's managed to get into the playoffs due to the Dallas Chaparrals losing to the Denver Rockets on March 25.
They faced off against the Utah Stars in the playoffs, but they were swept in four games.
[1][2] Western Division Semifinals vs. Utah Stars[3] Conquistadors lose series, 4–0 1973 ABA All-Star Game selections (game played on February 6, 1973)