Graves
Win Rate
51.9%
Matches
7,941
KDA
2.40
Player DMG
35,578

Graves vs Silvervs Silver

Skill LevelAll Skill Levels
Matches14,872
Version6351
Last UpdatedMar 3, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Graves holds a 51.9% win rate advantage over Silver based on 7,941 Deadlock matches. Graves averages 881 more net worth, translating to earlier item power spikes. Play around your economic advantage to maximize this matchup.

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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Silver - 51.9% win rateSilver(51.9%)
Graves - 51.9% win rate in this matchup
Graves
51.9% WR
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Silver vs Graves matchup - 47.9% win rate
Silver
47.9% WR

Who Wins the Graves vs Silver Matchup?

Graves wins the Graves vs Silver matchup
Winner
Graves
Matches: 7,941
51.9%
Win Rate
47.9%
6.5
Avg Kills
8.4
7.9
Avg Deaths
7.7
12.4
Avg Assists
12.7
43,676
Avg Net Worth
42,794
35,578
Player DMG
32,895
7,705
Objective DMG
6,072
99.1
Last Hits
87.3

Graves vs Silver Matchup Summary

The Graves vs Silver matchup in Deadlock is a moderately favorable matchup. Based on 7,941 recent matches analyzed, Graves wins with a 51.9% win rate compared to Silver's 47.9%, giving Graves a 4.0 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Graves consistently outperforms. Graves holds a meaningful advantage in this matchup. Silver players should play more cautiously, prioritize safe farming, and look for team fight opportunities where positioning and coordination matter more than 1v1 statistics.

Graves vs Silver Combat Analysis

Silver wins combat stats against Graves in Deadlock

Silver edges out Graves in a competitive combat comparison, winning 3 of 5 metrics with notable advantages in KDA efficiency, kill production, survivability. With only a 3-2 margin based on 7,941 matches analyzed, this Graves vs Silver 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
2.40Graves
2.75Silver
Silver holds a moderate KDA edge in this matchup, recording 2.75 compared to Graves's 2.40. While this 0.35 point difference indicates Silver 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 Silver's superior sustain.
Avg Kills
6.5Graves
8.4Silver
Silver substantially outfrags Graves in this matchup, averaging 8.4 kills compared to 6.5 — a difference of nearly 1.8 eliminations per match. When Silver faces Graves, the data clearly shows Silver 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 Silver in situations where your team doesn't need you to take that duel.
Avg Deaths
7.9Graves
7.7Silver
Survivability metrics are nearly equal between Graves (7.9 deaths/game) and Silver (7.7 deaths/game). Neither hero demonstrates a clear advantage in staying alive during these matchups, suggesting both have similar risk profiles and neither kit provides notably better escape tools or defensive utility against the other. Outcomes in this matchup hinge on which player makes fewer critical positioning errors rather than any hero-based survival advantage.
Player DMG
35,578Graves
32,895Silver
Graves significantly outdamages Silver in head-to-head encounters, posting 35,578 average damage versus 32,895. This 2,683 damage advantage means Graves consistently wins the damage exchange in fights, either securing kills outright or leaving opponents weak for teammates to clean up. Silver 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
7,705Graves
6,072Silver
Graves contributes 1,633 more objective damage than Silver 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. Silver should focus on creating picks while Graves pushes objectives.

Graves vs Silver Economy Analysis

Net Worth
43,676Graves
42,794Silver
Last Hits
99.1Graves
87.3Silver

Graves generates approximately 881 more souls than Silver on average. This moderate economic edge translates to earlier power spikes and item completions, giving Graves a mid-game advantage. Graves secures more last hits (99.1 vs 87.3), while Graves leads in denies (5.4 vs 2.8). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.

Recommended Items for Graves vs Silver

Graves build for Silver matchup

Graves Build vs Silver

This winning build for Graves against Silver focuses on maximizing your statistical advantages in this favorable matchup. With a 51.9% win rate against Silver, these 7 items help Graves press the advantage and close out games efficiently. Spirit Strike, Scourge, Mystic Regeneration, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 20,000 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.

Silver build for Graves matchup

Silver Build vs Graves

Silver's counter-build against Graves attempts to mitigate the matchup disadvantage through smart itemization. Facing an unfavorable matchup, Silver players typically prioritize items that help them survive and scale. Spirit Shredder Bullets, Ethereal Shift, Shadow Weave, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 32,000 souls Knowing Silver'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 Silver matchup based on win rate data from 7,941 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 6 heroes in Deadlock. Graves's strongest matchup is against Holliday with a 58.3% win rate. The hardest matchup is Seven at 46.3% win rate. Use the table below to find specific matchup details and build recommendations.

Graves matchup win rates and combat stats in Deadlock (Version 6351)
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
KDA
Kills
Deaths
Player DMG
Net Worth
51.88%11,4642.406.47.835,01743,723
52.76%8,7092.366.58.035,36243,428
52.23%8,6142.426.37.734,49843,667
47.10%8,0522.276.28.033,56242,708
51.86%7,9412.406.57.935,57843,676
52.43%7,8452.356.47.934,77643,777
46.30%6,4542.336.37.934,43343,578
51.52%6,3382.356.27.733,43543,166
49.68%6,3332.326.58.134,81343,315
55.63%6,1092.426.77.935,49243,958
51.91%6,1082.266.48.234,55643,837
53.63%6,0522.376.58.034,80843,636
49.57%5,3692.346.37.934,88243,222
54.03%4,6192.516.87.735,73943,815
50.73%4,5382.416.37.734,98443,455
54.06%4,4502.466.47.634,66144,232
48.65%4,2672.316.28.034,87243,582
54.36%4,0002.406.88.036,13344,239
47.48%3,7192.316.17.834,99942,780
50.00%3,5052.386.47.734,93443,364
52.02%3,4742.386.47.935,18043,712
51.44%3,4202.336.17.832,81843,196
52.13%3,2012.416.37.634,24643,281
53.93%3,1702.486.57.735,91744,794
58.27%3,1242.476.67.735,58944,417
55.01%3,0822.406.67.834,65743,792
54.39%3,0612.386.88.235,96944,435
57.38%2,9892.506.57.635,06544,708
51.59%2,9582.296.27.834,17244,029
53.09%2,8632.366.27.735,14244,009
52.70%2,8122.496.57.634,72843,651
55.91%2,7612.516.77.735,81144,245
52.71%2,6272.376.68.035,46344,514
54.82%2,5102.446.07.433,58143,835
53.24%2,4402.406.57.834,44243,280
54.98%2,3952.516.57.534,93543,910
54.88%1,8312.496.47.635,57143,222
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Graves Matchups - FAQ

What is Graves's best matchup in Deadlock?

Graves's best matchup is against Holliday, achieving a 58.3% 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 Seven, with only a 46.3% 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 6 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.