Win Rate
54.8%
Matches
2,174
KDA
2.57
Graves vs Driftervs Drifter
Skill LevelAll Skill Levels
Matches14,092
Version6665
Last UpdatedAug 3, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology
AuthorDakota Chinnick
Graves holds a 54.8% win rate advantage over Drifter based on 2,174 Deadlock matches. Graves averages -637 more net worth, translating to earlier item power spikes. Play around your economic advantage to maximize this matchup.
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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.
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Graves
54.8% WR
VS
Drifter
45.4% WR
Who Wins the Graves vs Drifter Matchup?
Winner
Graves
Matches: 2,174
54.8%
45.4%
6.0
9.0
7.3
8.2
12.7
13.6
43,033
43,670
36,986
37,823
8,659
5,031
85.9
82.1
Graves vs Drifter Matchup Summary
The Graves vs Drifter matchup in Deadlock is a significant statistical advantage. Based on 2,174 recent matches analyzed, Graves wins with a 54.8% win rate compared to Drifter's 45.4%, giving Graves a 9.4 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Graves consistently outperforms. Graves dominates this matchup statistically. Graves can play aggressively and look for solo kills, while Drifter should focus on minimizing losses, farming safely, and relying on teammates to even the odds.
Graves vs Drifter Combat Analysis
Drifter edges out Graves in a competitive combat comparison, winning 3 of 5 metrics with notable advantages in KDA efficiency, kill production, damage output. With only a 3-2 margin based on 2,174 matches analyzed, this Graves vs Drifter matchup remains contestable for both sides. Graves 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 Graves's favor.
KDA Ratio
2.57Graves
2.75Drifter
Drifter holds a moderate KDA edge in this matchup, recording 2.75 compared to Graves's 2.57. While this 0.18 point difference indicates Drifter tends to come out ahead in engagements, the gap remains small enough that skilled Graves players can overcome it through superior positioning, ability timing, or simply winning crucial duels. Graves should focus on burst trade patterns and disengage before extended fights favor Drifter's superior sustain.Avg Kills
6.0Graves
9.0Drifter
Drifter substantially outfrags Graves in this matchup, averaging 9.0 kills compared to 6.0 — a difference of nearly 3.0 eliminations per match. When Drifter faces Graves, the data clearly shows Drifter finding more fragging opportunities and converting them into kills. Graves players should recognize this statistical reality and adjust their approach: play more supportively, focus on enabling teammates, and avoid ego-challenging Drifter in situations where your team doesn't need you to take that duel.Avg Deaths
7.3Graves
8.2Drifter
Graves survives longer in this matchup, dying 7.3 times per game compared to Drifter's 8.2 deaths. This 1.0 death difference per match means Graves is available more often, contributing to late-game scenarios and objective fights more frequently. Drifter players should examine their positioning and aggression timing — the data suggests Graves's approach to these duels results in better survivability outcomes.Player DMG
36,986Graves
37,823Drifter
Drifter applies 837 more damage per game than Graves in this matchup (37,823 vs 36,986). While not overwhelming, this gap compounds meaningfully over a full match: Drifter contributes noticeably more chip damage, assists, and near-kills that set up teammates. Graves can close this gap through better trading patterns, ensuring their damage leads to actual eliminations rather than just tagging opponents who then escape or get healed.Objective DMG
8,659Graves
5,031Drifter
Graves dramatically outperforms Drifter in objective damage (8,659 vs 5,031). This 3,628 point difference makes Graves a premier objective threat. Graves should look to apply constant pressure on towers and objectives, while Drifter must focus on creating picks and disrupting Graves's push attempts.Graves vs Drifter Economy Analysis
Net Worth
43,033Graves
43,670Drifter
Last Hits
85.9Graves
82.1Drifter
Drifter generates approximately 637 more souls than Graves on average. This moderate economic edge translates to earlier power spikes and item completions, giving Drifter a mid-game advantage. Graves secures more last hits (85.9 vs 82.1), while Graves leads in denies (5.1 vs 2.7). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.
Recommended Items for Graves vs Drifter
Graves Build vs Drifter
Extra Health
800Souls
66.4%Win Rate
6.3%Pick Rate
Escalating Exposure
6,400Souls
62.0%Win Rate
23.1%Pick Rate
Restorative Shot
800Souls
59.3%Win Rate
40.3%Pick Rate
Boundless Spirit
6,400Souls
58.9%Win Rate
47.8%Pick Rate
Spirit Burn
6,400Souls
61.3%Win Rate
14.3%Pick Rate
Echo Shard
6,400Souls
58.4%Win Rate
48.2%Pick Rate
Spiritual Overflow
6,400Souls
60.5%Win Rate
16.1%Pick Rate
This winning build for Graves against Drifter focuses on maximizing your statistical advantages in this favorable matchup. With a 54.8% win rate against Drifter, these 7 items help Graves press the advantage and close out games efficiently. Extra Health, Escalating Exposure, Restorative Shot, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 33,600 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.
Drifter Build vs Graves
Mystic Reverb
6,400Souls
81.3%Win Rate
1.6%Pick Rate
Spirit Burn
6,400Souls
55.5%Win Rate
14.3%Pick Rate
Mercurial Magnum
6,400Souls
57.0%Win Rate
8.8%Pick Rate
Ricochet
6,400Souls
57.8%Win Rate
6.7%Pick Rate
Boundless Spirit
6,400Souls
55.1%Win Rate
13.9%Pick Rate
Lucky Shot
6,400Souls
54.1%Win Rate
20.6%Pick Rate
Armor Piercing Rounds
6,400Souls
65.7%Win Rate
1.7%Pick Rate
Drifter's counter-build against Graves attempts to mitigate the matchup disadvantage through smart itemization. Facing an unfavorable matchup, Drifter players typically prioritize items that help them survive and scale. Mystic Reverb, Spirit Burn, Mercurial Magnum, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 44,800 souls Knowing Drifter'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 Drifter matchup based on win rate data from 2,174 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 35 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 2 heroes in Deadlock. Graves's strongest matchup is against Silver with a 61.3% win rate. The hardest matchup is Victor at 49.5% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50.40% | 2,513 | 2.48 | 5.6 | 7.3 | 36,474 | 43,208 | |
| 57.54% | 2,362 | 2.61 | 5.7 | 7.0 | 36,618 | 43,454 | |
| 54.81% | 2,174 | 2.57 | 6.0 | 7.3 | 36,986 | 43,033 | |
| 55.10% | 2,120 | 2.53 | 5.7 | 7.2 | 36,923 | 43,760 | |
| 54.10% | 1,998 | 2.52 | 5.5 | 7.1 | 36,387 | 43,303 | |
| 57.86% | 1,830 | 2.65 | 5.9 | 7.0 | 37,698 | 44,046 | |
| 54.85% | 1,825 | 2.57 | 6.0 | 7.2 | 37,164 | 43,513 | |
| 50.06% | 1,732 | 2.56 | 5.8 | 7.1 | 36,625 | 44,062 | |
| 53.13% | 1,706 | 2.56 | 5.5 | 6.9 | 35,286 | 42,501 | |
| 59.00% | 1,638 | 2.59 | 6.0 | 7.1 | 37,394 | 43,753 | |
| 56.81% | 1,616 | 2.63 | 5.7 | 7.0 | 37,021 | 43,714 | |
| 53.18% | 1,611 | 2.61 | 5.9 | 7.1 | 36,585 | 43,902 | |
| 58.71% | 1,597 | 2.66 | 5.9 | 6.9 | 36,950 | 43,195 | |
| 53.95% | 1,527 | 2.59 | 5.6 | 6.9 | 34,773 | 43,092 | |
| 55.95% | 1,434 | 2.72 | 5.8 | 6.8 | 37,481 | 43,154 | |
| 55.87% | 1,428 | 2.52 | 5.5 | 7.0 | 35,158 | 43,292 | |
| 52.63% | 1,384 | 2.51 | 5.6 | 7.2 | 37,520 | 43,860 | |
| 49.48% | 1,359 | 2.50 | 5.7 | 7.1 | 37,293 | 43,136 | |
| 53.83% | 1,347 | 2.54 | 6.0 | 7.3 | 37,486 | 43,682 | |
| 50.89% | 1,333 | 2.52 | 5.6 | 6.9 | 35,352 | 43,282 | |
| 56.72% | 1,318 | 2.72 | 5.9 | 6.7 | 36,732 | 43,895 | |
| 50.65% | 1,315 | 2.52 | 5.6 | 7.0 | 36,240 | 42,553 | |
| 52.09% | 1,286 | 2.50 | 5.5 | 7.0 | 37,190 | 43,052 | |
| 52.01% | 1,176 | 2.50 | 5.4 | 7.2 | 36,774 | 43,145 | |
| 61.31% | 1,116 | 2.76 | 6.3 | 7.0 | 37,726 | 44,009 | |
| 55.28% | 1,112 | 2.56 | 5.7 | 7.1 | 36,645 | 43,183 | |
| 60.22% | 1,079 | 2.70 | 5.7 | 6.7 | 36,717 | 43,653 | |
| 56.96% | 1,076 | 2.64 | 5.5 | 6.7 | 36,195 | 43,240 | |
| 55.57% | 1,073 | 2.59 | 6.3 | 7.2 | 38,476 | 43,748 | |
| 57.30% | 1,035 | 2.61 | 6.1 | 7.3 | 38,427 | 45,185 | |
| 56.74% | 1,019 | 2.58 | 6.0 | 7.1 | 38,808 | 44,990 | |
| 54.37% | 1,006 | 2.60 | 5.7 | 6.9 | 35,748 | 43,084 | |
| 56.37% | 973 | 2.58 | 5.8 | 7.2 | 36,981 | 43,953 | |
| 49.93% | 760 | 2.50 | 5.4 | 6.9 | 36,336 | 42,282 | |
| 55.79% | 717 | 2.79 | 5.7 | 6.5 | 36,820 | 43,339 | |
| 58.19% | 685 | 2.68 | 5.9 | 6.9 | 36,017 | 43,282 | |
| 59.97% | 676 | 2.65 | 5.9 | 6.8 | 35,678 | 43,838 |
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Graves Matchups - FAQ
What is Graves's best matchup in Deadlock?
Graves's best matchup is against Silver, achieving a 61.3% 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 Victor, with only a 49.5% win rate. Against this opponent, Graves should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.
How many favorable matchups does Graves have?
Graves has 35 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.
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