 Despite some interest from locally based US Army servicemen and the presence of an American TV crew, the turnout proved a disappointment for the organisers as only around 400 to 500 spectators were scattered round a 6,000-seat arena.The Belgians played their first home game on 20 January in Brussels, beating the Sabras 118–117.The Lions were also victorious two days later in Liege, beating the Iberia Superstars 105–99 in the Spaniards' debut.