- Win Rate
- 37.1%
- Matches
- 622
- KDA
- 2.84
Sinclair vs McGinnis vs McGinnis
- Skill Level
- All Skill Levels
- Matches
- 12,960
- Version
- 6860
- Last Updated
- Nov 7, 2026 UTC
- Author
- Dakota Chinnick
- Methodology
- Data Methodology
McGinnis hard counters Sinclair with only 37.1% win rate across 622 matches. McGinnis secures 0.1 more kills on average. When facing this counter, prioritize defensive items, team play, and avoid extended trades.
Sinclair Matchup Breakdown
Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Sinclair performs against them. You'll get head-to-head win rates, combat stats, net worth comparison, and damage analysis — all based on real ranked Deadlock data.
Who Wins the Sinclair vs McGinnis Matchup?
Sinclair vs McGinnis Matchup Summary
The Sinclair vs McGinnis matchup in Deadlock is a decisive one-sided matchup. Based on 622 recent matches analyzed, McGinnis wins with a 62.9% win rate compared to Sinclair's 37.1%, giving McGinnis a 25.7 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where McGinnis consistently outperforms. McGinnis has overwhelming statistical superiority in this matchup. Sinclair should avoid direct confrontation, focus entirely on farm and objectives, and wait for team fight scenarios where individual matchup advantages are diluted.
Sinclair vs McGinnis Combat Analysis
McGinnis achieves a clean sweep in the combat department, winning all five metrics against Sinclair in the Sinclair vs McGinnis matchup. This comprehensive dominance across KDA efficiency, kill production, survivability demonstrates that McGinnis holds systematic mechanical advantages in these encounters. Based on analysis of 622 competitive matches, McGinnis players can approach duels against Sinclair with confidence, while Sinclair players must completely avoid fair fights and instead focus on ability-based contributions, objective play, and team coordination to remain impactful.
Sinclair vs McGinnis Economy Analysis
Sinclair and McGinnis have nearly identical economic performance in this matchup, generating comparable souls throughout the game. Item timing advantages will come from efficient farming and securing kills rather than inherent hero advantages. McGinnis secures more last hits (55.2 vs 41.2), while McGinnis leads in denies (2.1 vs 0.7). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.
Recommended Items for Sinclair vs McGinnis
Sinclair Build vs McGinnis
This optimized build for Sinclair against McGinnis is designed to help overcome a statistically challenging matchup. Facing a 62.9% win rate disadvantage against McGinnis, these items prioritize survivability and efficient trading to close the gap. Witchmail, Eternal Gift, Mystic Conduit, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 43,198 souls Focus on hitting item timings and avoid extended fights until you've completed key items that can shift the matchup in your favor.
McGinnis Build vs Sinclair
McGinnis's recommended build against Sinclair leverages their statistical advantage in this matchup. With the matchup favoring McGinnis, these items emphasize aggressive play and damage output to secure the advantage. Heroic Aura, Lightning Scroll, Spectral Wall, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 18,400 souls Understanding McGinnis's likely build helps you anticipate their power spikes and adjust your timing accordingly.
These item builds are optimized for the Sinclair vs McGinnis matchup based on win rate data from 622 competitive matches. Item choices in Deadlock significantly impact matchup outcomes — the right build can help overcome statistical disadvantages or extend existing advantages. Remember to adapt your build based on game state, team compositions, enemy itemization, and whether you're ahead or behind in souls.
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Sinclair has favorable matchups against 1 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 42 heroes in Deadlock. Sinclair's strongest matchup is against Mina with a 50.4% win rate. The hardest matchup is Graves at 33.6% win rate. Use the table below to find specific matchup details and build recommendations.
Opponent | Win Rate | Matches | KDA | Kills | Deaths | Player DMG | Net Worth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37.06% | 1,843 | 2.74 | 3.5 | 4.5 | 22,333 | 34,468 | |
| 34.91% | 1,813 | 2.58 | 3.6 | 4.5 | 21,763 | 34,089 | |
| 45.34% | 1,727 | 2.88 | 4.1 | 4.6 | 25,521 | 34,712 | |
| 45.42% | 1,726 | 2.89 | 3.4 | 4.2 | 25,147 | 33,966 | |
| 33.57% | 1,716 | 2.67 | 3.7 | 4.6 | 23,299 | 34,271 | |
| 46.12% | 1,481 | 2.86 | 4.0 | 4.6 | 24,326 | 34,907 | |
| 41.05% | 1,481 | 2.72 | 3.9 | 4.8 | 23,533 | 34,646 | |
| 43.86% | 1,359 | 2.83 | 3.8 | 4.7 | 23,012 | 34,990 | |
| 42.61% | 1,354 | 2.76 | 3.9 | 4.6 | 23,425 | 34,611 | |
| 38.51% | 1,319 | 2.59 | 3.9 | 5.1 | 23,851 | 34,569 | |
| 42.25% | 1,304 | 2.80 | 4.0 | 4.8 | 24,840 | 35,112 | |
| 45.36% | 1,272 | 2.94 | 4.0 | 4.5 | 23,835 | 34,310 | |
| 33.92% | 1,250 | 2.68 | 3.3 | 4.3 | 21,527 | 34,031 | |
| 41.23% | 1,215 | 2.98 | 3.8 | 4.4 | 24,446 | 34,892 | |
| 43.39% | 1,203 | 2.85 | 4.1 | 4.7 | 24,359 | 35,408 | |
| 43.07% | 1,198 | 2.82 | 3.9 | 4.6 | 23,924 | 34,387 | |
| 44.20% | 1,156 | 2.90 | 3.9 | 4.5 | 24,367 | 34,765 | |
| 50.35% | 1,146 | 2.92 | 4.3 | 4.9 | 24,665 | 35,461 | |
| 44.66% | 1,133 | 2.87 | 3.8 | 4.5 | 22,761 | 34,514 | |
| 42.59% | 1,080 | 2.52 | 3.7 | 4.9 | 22,163 | 34,504 | |
| 41.65% | 1,066 | 2.81 | 4.0 | 4.7 | 25,648 | 35,304 | |
| 45.36% | 1,056 | 2.77 | 4.1 | 4.9 | 24,315 | 34,662 | |
| 49.64% | 985 | 3.01 | 3.9 | 4.4 | 22,984 | 34,483 | |
| 44.86% | 983 | 2.89 | 3.8 | 4.5 | 22,912 | 33,450 | |
| 43.02% | 974 | 2.78 | 3.3 | 4.3 | 22,890 | 34,710 | |
| 43.88% | 948 | 2.83 | 4.1 | 4.8 | 24,053 | 34,477 | |
| 45.87% | 909 | 2.96 | 4.1 | 4.7 | 24,280 | 34,560 | |
| 44.15% | 854 | 2.83 | 3.7 | 4.6 | 24,451 | 34,280 | |
| 38.45% | 801 | 2.85 | 3.7 | 4.4 | 24,048 | 34,627 | |
| 47.01% | 785 | 2.82 | 4.0 | 4.7 | 24,545 | 35,508 | |
| 40.96% | 769 | 2.72 | 3.4 | 4.3 | 22,646 | 34,355 | |
| 44.52% | 739 | 3.08 | 4.0 | 4.5 | 24,338 | 35,587 | |
| 44.02% | 727 | 2.72 | 3.9 | 4.6 | 23,296 | 35,337 | |
| 43.08% | 701 | 2.67 | 3.8 | 4.8 | 24,097 | 34,489 | |
| 40.47% | 635 | 2.81 | 3.9 | 4.5 | 25,096 | 34,464 | |
| 47.22% | 629 | 2.86 | 3.7 | 4.3 | 24,013 | 34,445 | |
| 37.14% | 622 | 2.84 | 3.4 | 4.1 | 22,408 | 35,098 | |
| 35.28% | 618 | 2.44 | 3.2 | 4.6 | 21,334 | 32,903 | |
| 49.67% | 608 | 3.28 | 4.2 | 4.3 | 24,709 | 36,573 | |
| 41.40% | 587 | 2.83 | 3.8 | 4.5 | 24,520 | 34,754 | |
| 47.67% | 537 | 3.06 | 3.9 | 4.3 | 22,994 | 35,514 | |
| 43.93% | 519 | 2.70 | 4.1 | 5.0 | 24,219 | 34,863 | |
 Mirage | 49.38% | 484 | 2.99 | 3.7 | 4.3 | 24,655 | 35,583 |
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Sinclair Matchups - FAQ
What is Sinclair's best matchup in Deadlock?
Sinclair's best matchup is against Mina, achieving a 50.4% win rate. Sinclair excels in this matchup through superior combat stats and favorable ability interactions.
What is Sinclair's hardest matchup?
Sinclair's hardest matchup is against Graves, with only a 33.6% win rate. Against this opponent, Sinclair should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.
How many favorable matchups does Sinclair have?
Sinclair has 1 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 42 unfavorable matchups in Deadlock. Understanding these matchup dynamics helps you make better hero picks and adapt your playstyle.
How should I play Sinclair in difficult matchups?
When playing Sinclair in difficult matchups, prioritize safe farming, positioning, and team coordination. Adjust your item build to compensate for the matchup disadvantage, and look for opportunities to impact fights through abilities rather than direct confrontation.
What stats should I focus on in Sinclair's matchups?
Key stats to analyze in Sinclair's matchups include win rate, KDA ratio, average player damage, and net worth difference. High damage matchups favor aggressive play, while low KDA matchups suggest playing more defensively and relying on team support.