Backup center Ian Mahinmi scored a career-high 19 points and the Mavs overcame 30 points by Raptors’ center Andrea Bargnani.

“I know this was a career high in points for him, but the last two nights he’s given us a really high level of energy,” Mavs coach Rick Carlisle said. “He’s given us a physical presence, he’s a combative guy, and he was really big for us tonight.”

Dallas was 28 of 38 from the charity stripe and imposed their will on Toronto to win their first game of the season.

Dirk had 18 points and an unusual four steals, while the bench gathered 56 points.

Next Game: Sunday at Minnesota Timberwolves, 6 CT.