Graves vs Kelvinvs Kelvin
Graves dominates Kelvin with a commanding 55.4% win rate in Deadlock. Across 543 games, Graves averages 7.9 kills and 19,626 more player damage per match. This favorable matchup allows aggressive play and early fight opportunities.
Graves Matchup Breakdown
Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Graves 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.
Kelvin(55.4%)
Who Wins the Graves vs Kelvin Matchup?
Graves vs Kelvin Matchup Summary
The Graves vs Kelvin matchup in Deadlock is a decisive one-sided matchup. Based on 543 recent matches analyzed, Graves wins with a 55.4% win rate compared to Kelvin's 44.0%, giving Graves a 11.4 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Graves consistently outperforms. Graves has overwhelming statistical superiority in this matchup. Kelvin should avoid direct confrontation, focus entirely on farm and objectives, and wait for team fight scenarios where individual matchup advantages are diluted.
Graves vs Kelvin Combat Analysis
Graves edges out Kelvin 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 543 matches analyzed, this Graves vs Kelvin matchup remains contestable for both sides. Kelvin 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 Kelvin's favor.
Graves vs Kelvin Economy Comparison
Graves vastly out-earns Kelvin by 4,135 souls on average. This substantial economic gap means Graves will consistently hit item breakpoints earlier, creating a snowballing advantage throughout the game. Graves secures more last hits (93.7 vs 72.6), while Graves leads in denies (5.5 vs 2.9). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.
Graves vs Kelvin Recommended Builds
Graves Build vs Kelvin
This winning build for Graves against Kelvin focuses on maximizing your statistical advantages in this favorable matchup. With a 55.4% win rate against Kelvin, these 7 items help Graves press the advantage and close out games efficiently. The recommended items include Spirit Sap, Echo Shard, Reactive Barrier, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 29,600 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.
Kelvin Build vs Graves
Kelvin's counter-build against Graves attempts to mitigate the matchup disadvantage through smart itemization. Facing an unfavorable matchup, Kelvin players typically prioritize items that help them survive and scale. The recommended items include Cold Front, Torment Pulse, Witchmail, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 31,200 souls. Knowing Kelvin's likely itemization helps you exploit windows where they're weaker and predict their item timing.
These item builds are optimized for the Graves vs Kelvin matchup based on win rate data from 543 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.
Graves has favorable matchups against 31 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 2 heroes in Deadlock. Graves's strongest matchup is against Billy with a 59.2% win rate. The hardest matchup is Paige at 49.4% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 56.74% | 5,495 | 2.59 | 7.4 | 7.8 | 37,599 | 41,575 | |
| 49.69% | 4,956 | 2.39 | 7.1 | 8.2 | 36,558 | 40,925 | |
| 56.68% | 4,252 | 2.55 | 7.7 | 7.9 | 38,269 | 41,525 | |
| 51.06% | 3,241 | 2.33 | 7.2 | 8.4 | 37,247 | 41,282 | |
| 52.05% | 2,981 | 2.39 | 7.4 | 8.4 | 37,573 | 41,620 | |
| 49.40% | 2,850 | 2.43 | 7.2 | 7.9 | 36,605 | 41,103 | |
| 53.04% | 2,695 | 2.61 | 7.7 | 7.8 | 37,646 | 41,828 | |
| 57.19% | 2,402 | 2.62 | 7.7 | 7.9 | 38,588 | 42,099 | |
| 51.92% | 2,400 | 2.47 | 7.2 | 8.0 | 37,463 | 41,133 | |
| 50.05% | 2,331 | 2.43 | 7.3 | 8.0 | 38,029 | 40,759 | |
| 54.32% | 2,328 | 2.52 | 7.8 | 8.1 | 38,229 | 41,136 | |
| 56.55% | 2,264 | 2.54 | 7.5 | 8.0 | 38,316 | 42,380 | |
| 59.16% | 2,193 | 2.71 | 8.0 | 7.8 | 38,363 | 41,621 | |
| 52.65% | 1,921 | 2.39 | 7.4 | 8.2 | 37,282 | 41,239 | |
| 57.26% | 1,848 | 2.63 | 7.3 | 7.5 | 36,718 | 40,750 | |
| 52.26% | 1,770 | 2.43 | 7.4 | 8.1 | 36,673 | 41,509 | |
| 55.63% | 1,767 | 2.56 | 7.9 | 8.1 | 39,277 | 42,607 | |
| 51.51% | 1,681 | 2.41 | 7.0 | 7.8 | 36,533 | 40,726 | |
| 53.02% | 1,650 | 2.51 | 7.5 | 8.0 | 38,339 | 41,551 | |
| 58.77% | 1,596 | 2.60 | 7.6 | 7.9 | 38,650 | 42,318 | |
| 58.46% | 1,519 | 2.51 | 7.6 | 7.9 | 36,001 | 41,142 | |
| 54.45% | 1,501 | 2.52 | 7.5 | 8.0 | 37,949 | 41,267 | |
| 51.64% | 1,491 | 2.50 | 7.2 | 7.7 | 36,927 | 40,800 | |
| 52.41% | 1,454 | 2.54 | 7.2 | 7.5 | 36,324 | 41,032 | |
| 57.70% | 1,434 | 2.64 | 8.0 | 7.9 | 39,744 | 42,654 | |
| 53.08% | 1,335 | 2.46 | 7.4 | 8.0 | 37,478 | 40,996 | |
| 57.76% | 1,208 | 2.50 | 7.5 | 8.1 | 37,263 | 41,631 | |
| 57.92% | 1,186 | 2.66 | 7.7 | 7.6 | 36,956 | 40,652 | |
| 57.13% | 1,146 | 2.54 | 7.4 | 8.1 | 38,944 | 41,720 | |
| 58.78% | 903 | 2.49 | 6.9 | 7.8 | 36,221 | 41,884 | |
| 55.45% | 886 | 2.45 | 7.5 | 7.9 | 36,801 | 41,911 | |
| 55.52% | 731 | 2.63 | 7.8 | 7.7 | 38,068 | 42,249 | |
| 55.38% | 543 | 2.63 | 7.9 | 7.8 | 39,903 | 41,404 |
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Graves Matchups - FAQ
What is Graves's best matchup in Deadlock?
Graves's best matchup is against Billy, achieving a 59.2% win rate. Graves excels in this matchup through superior combat stats and favorable ability interactions.
What is Graves's hardest matchup?
Graves's hardest matchup is against Paige, with only a 49.4% win rate. Against this opponent, Graves should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.
How many favorable matchups does Graves have?
Graves has 31 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 2 unfavorable matchups in Deadlock. Understanding these matchup dynamics helps you make better hero picks and adapt your playstyle.
How should I play Graves in difficult matchups?
When playing Graves 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 Graves's matchups?
Key stats to analyze in Graves'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.