With the win, Milwaukee Bucks has won nine of its last 10 for its best stretch since opening the season 9-0, thanks to Giannis Antetokounmpo's performance.
Christian Atsu joined Turkish Super Lig side Hatayspor in September, based in the southern province of Hatay near the epicentre of Monday's massive quakes.
Messages of support for the quake victims of both countries have been pouring in from around the world of sport as death toll climbs and aid flows into affected regions.