Dallas improved to 5-0 at home this season as the beat the Philadelphia 76ers 97-94. It's the Mavericks' best start at home since 2004-05 when they won their first six home games of the year.The Mavericks were led by Monta Ellis who scored 24 points. Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki posted his first double-double of the season with 20 points, a season-high 10 rebounds and three assists.