The Doorman
Win Rate
50.1%
Matches
5,593
KDA
3.43
Player DMG
32,619

The Doorman vs Gravesvs Graves

Skill LevelAll Skill Levels
Matches9,502
Version6455
Last UpdatedMay 5, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

The The Doorman vs Graves matchup is extremely close at 50.1% vs 49.4% win rate across 5,593 matches. The Doorman has a slight edge in kill-death ratio. Individual skill and positioning will determine the outcome more than hero selection in this balanced matchup.

The Doorman Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how The Doorman 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.

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Graves - 50.1% win rateGraves(50.1%)
The Doorman - 50.1% win rate in this matchup
The Doorman
50.1% WR
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Graves vs The Doorman matchup - 49.4% win rate
Graves
49.4% WR

Who Wins the The Doorman vs Graves Matchup?

The Doorman wins the The Doorman vs Graves matchup
Winner
The Doorman
Matches: 5,593
50.1%
Win Rate
49.4%
5.0
Avg Kills
5.6
5.1
Avg Deaths
7.5
12.6
Avg Assists
10.2
41,150
Avg Net Worth
41,431
32,619
Player DMG
35,832
3,947
Objective DMG
6,536
101.5
Last Hits
96.6

The Doorman vs Graves Matchup Summary

The The Doorman vs Graves matchup in Deadlock is an extremely close matchup where individual skill is the deciding factor. Based on 5,593 recent matches analyzed, The Doorman wins with a 50.1% win rate compared to Graves's 49.4%, giving The Doorman a 0.7 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Graves consistently outperforms. Both The Doorman and Graves have roughly equal chances of winning. Focus on outplaying your opponent through superior positioning, ability usage, and map awareness rather than relying on any inherent hero advantage.

The Doorman vs Graves Combat Analysis

Graves wins combat stats against The Doorman in Deadlock

Graves edges out The Doorman in a competitive combat comparison, winning 3 of 5 metrics with notable advantages in kill production, damage output, objective damage. With only a 3-2 margin based on 5,593 matches analyzed, this The Doorman vs Graves matchup remains contestable for both sides. The Doorman shouldn't feel outmatched — the statistical gap is narrow enough that individual skill, positioning choices, and in-game decision making can easily swing specific encounters in The Doorman's favor.

KDA Ratio
3.43The Doorman
2.11Graves
The KDA disparity between The Doorman and Graves is substantial: 3.43 versus 2.11, a commanding 1.32 point difference that reveals The Doorman's dominance in direct combat exchanges. This matchup data from 5,593 games shows The Doorman consistently outfragging and outliving Graves in these encounters. For Graves players, the strategic implication is clear: avoid 1v1 gunfights against The Doorman whenever possible. Instead, leverage team utility, information gathering, and multi-person pushes to neutralize The Doorman's mechanical advantage.
Avg Kills
5.0The Doorman
5.6Graves
Graves secures approximately 0.6 more kills per match than The Doorman in this head-to-head (5.6 vs 5.0). Over the course of a typical match, this translates to Graves contributing several additional eliminations to their team's efforts. The gap indicates Graves's playstyle or kit provides slightly better kill-securing opportunities, though The Doorman can compensate through superior objective focus, team fight positioning, or clutch performances.
Avg Deaths
5.1The Doorman
7.5Graves
The Doorman demonstrates markedly better survivability against Graves, recording fewer deaths per game. Dying less frequently gives The Doorman significantly more impact potential — more opportunities for multi-kills, more presence in objective fights, and more economic stability from staying alive. Graves players face a survival deficit that compounds throughout a match, making disciplined positioning and smart disengagements crucial.
Player DMG
32,619The Doorman
35,832Graves
Graves significantly outdamages The Doorman in head-to-head encounters, posting 35,832 average damage versus 32,619. This 3,213 damage advantage means Graves consistently wins the damage exchange in fights, either securing kills outright or leaving opponents weak for teammates to clean up. The Doorman players should avoid prolonged fights with Graves — instead, look for quick picks with burst damage or rely on ability damage and team crossfires to compensate.
Objective DMG
3,947The Doorman
6,536Graves
Graves contributes 2,589 more objective damage than The Doorman on average, making them more valuable for split pushing, securing guardian kills, and accelerating tower takes. Teams with Graves may want to prioritize objective-focused strategies. The Doorman should focus on creating picks while Graves pushes objectives.

The Doorman vs Graves Economy Analysis

Net Worth
41,150The Doorman
41,431Graves
Last Hits
101.5The Doorman
96.6Graves

The Doorman and Graves 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. The Doorman secures more last hits (101.5 vs 96.6), while Graves leads in denies (5.4 vs 2.3). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.

Recommended Items for The Doorman vs Graves

The Doorman build for Graves matchup

The Doorman Build vs Graves

This winning build for The Doorman against Graves focuses on maximizing your statistical advantages in this favorable matchup. With a 50.1% win rate against Graves, these 7 items help The Doorman press the advantage and close out games efficiently. Spiritual Overflow, Silencer, Omnicharge Signet, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 42,799 souls The build includes high-value items that scale well into the late game. Farm efficiently and look for opportunities to extend your lead before completing these power spikes.

Graves build for The Doorman matchup

Graves Build vs The Doorman

Graves's counter-build against The Doorman attempts to mitigate the matchup disadvantage through smart itemization. Facing an unfavorable matchup, Graves players typically prioritize items that help them survive and scale. Shadow Strike, Haunting Shot, Nullification Burst, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 50,797 souls Knowing Graves's likely itemization helps you exploit windows where they're weaker and predict their item timing.

These item builds are optimized for the The Doorman vs Graves matchup based on win rate data from 5,593 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.

The Doorman has favorable matchups against 22 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 15 heroes in Deadlock. The Doorman's strongest matchup is against Celeste with a 55.0% win rate. The hardest matchup is Dynamo at 45.2% win rate. Use the table below to find specific matchup details and build recommendations.

The Doorman matchup win rates and combat stats in Deadlock (Version 6455)
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
KDA
Kills
Deaths
Player DMG
Net Worth
52.43%7,8953.534.95.032,74840,833
45.22%7,0643.224.65.232,42240,177
45.56%7,0563.384.75.131,80240,466
51.16%6,8473.344.85.232,26240,885
45.71%6,3523.384.75.131,64940,143
52.12%6,0133.484.75.032,17640,559
53.12%5,9023.374.65.231,52040,263
48.43%5,7363.504.85.032,22640,556
50.65%5,6843.314.65.231,07640,475
50.06%5,5933.435.05.132,61941,150
49.23%5,5683.454.85.031,94640,910
50.40%5,3753.404.85.131,54340,366
50.25%4,9803.494.74.931,44740,221
49.83%4,6413.334.75.232,10140,419
48.52%4,3793.494.64.932,09239,997
51.29%4,2983.464.54.930,97740,577
52.27%4,2743.504.95.032,52240,524
48.62%4,2133.374.65.131,96640,571
53.05%4,1133.515.05.132,22340,983
51.84%4,0093.274.75.230,46339,992
49.59%3,8143.434.85.132,25640,432
54.98%3,7673.474.95.032,59741,150
48.36%3,6783.414.64.930,50439,774
51.27%3,6023.464.75.031,11640,466
51.45%3,5873.404.85.131,87940,546
51.16%3,4023.404.65.032,91041,257
49.91%3,3683.374.75.130,58939,662
47.77%3,3573.374.75.132,89240,591
47.91%3,3333.344.44.931,22339,570
52.19%3,0503.474.95.132,11740,941
51.40%2,9343.464.75.132,33740,663
52.38%2,8883.254.55.230,80440,890
48.94%2,8073.404.74.931,50540,837
54.34%2,7483.354.85.231,77640,931
54.26%2,4253.434.75.031,83241,296
48.71%2,2963.244.75.332,16040,630
52.45%1,9413.514.64.931,00239,995

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The Doorman Matchups - FAQ

What is The Doorman's best matchup in Deadlock?

The Doorman's best matchup is against Celeste, achieving a 55.0% win rate. The Doorman excels in this matchup through superior combat stats and favorable ability interactions.

What is The Doorman's hardest matchup?

The Doorman's hardest matchup is against Dynamo, with only a 45.2% win rate. Against this opponent, The Doorman should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.

How many favorable matchups does The Doorman have?

The Doorman has 22 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 15 unfavorable matchups in Deadlock. Understanding these matchup dynamics helps you make better hero picks and adapt your playstyle.

How should I play The Doorman in difficult matchups?

When playing The Doorman 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 The Doorman's matchups?

Key stats to analyze in The Doorman'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.