Graves
Win Rate
52.4%
Matches
17,924
KDA
2.35
Player DMG
35,276

Graves vs Celestevs Celeste

Skill LevelAll Skill Levels
Matches12,412
Version6355
Last UpdatedMar 5, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Graves holds a 52.4% win rate advantage over Celeste based on 17,924 Deadlock matches. Graves averages 726 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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Celeste - 52.4% win rateCeleste(52.4%)
Graves - 52.4% win rate in this matchup
Graves
52.4% WR
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Celeste vs Graves matchup - 47.6% win rate
Celeste
47.6% WR

Who Wins the Graves vs Celeste Matchup?

Graves wins the Graves vs Celeste matchup
Winner
Graves
Matches: 17,924
52.4%
Win Rate
47.6%
6.4
Avg Kills
7.1
7.9
Avg Deaths
6.8
12.2
Avg Assists
13.7
44,424
Avg Net Worth
43,697
35,276
Player DMG
37,025
7,750
Objective DMG
5,264
102.2
Last Hits
95.3

Graves vs Celeste Matchup Summary

The Graves vs Celeste matchup in Deadlock is a moderately favorable matchup. Based on 17,924 recent matches analyzed, Graves wins with a 52.4% win rate compared to Celeste's 47.6%, giving Graves a 4.8 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Graves consistently outperforms. Graves holds a meaningful advantage in this matchup. Celeste 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 Celeste Combat Analysis

Celeste wins combat stats against Graves in Deadlock

Celeste claims 4 out of 5 combat metrics in the Graves vs Celeste matchup, establishing clear mechanical superiority with advantages in KDA efficiency, kill production, survivability. Our analysis of 17,924 ranked games reveals Celeste consistently outperforms Graves in direct combat scenarios. While Graves manages to win one metric, the overall picture favors Celeste in fights. Graves players should play around their one strength while minimizing exposure in areas where Celeste dominates.

KDA Ratio
2.35Graves
3.04Celeste
Celeste demonstrates noticeably stronger kill-death-assist performance against Graves, maintaining a 3.04 KDA versus 2.35. This 0.68 point gap reflects Celeste's superior ability to secure eliminations while avoiding death in these head-to-head encounters. Graves players facing Celeste should prioritize team coordination over solo aggression — look for 2v1 situations, coordinate ability usage with teammates, and focus on trading rather than taking isolated duels where Celeste's statistical advantage becomes most pronounced.
Avg Kills
6.4Graves
7.1Celeste
Celeste secures approximately 0.7 more kills per match than Graves in this head-to-head (7.1 vs 6.4). Over the course of a typical match, this translates to Celeste contributing several additional eliminations to their team's efforts. The gap indicates Celeste's playstyle or kit provides slightly better kill-securing opportunities, though Graves can compensate through superior objective focus, team fight positioning, or clutch performances.
Avg Deaths
7.9Graves
6.8Celeste
Celeste demonstrates markedly better survivability against Graves, recording fewer deaths per game. Dying less frequently gives Celeste 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
35,276Graves
37,025Celeste
Celeste applies 1,749 more damage per game than Graves in this matchup (37,025 vs 35,276). While not overwhelming, this gap compounds meaningfully over a full match: Celeste 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
7,750Graves
5,264Celeste
Graves contributes 2,485 more objective damage than Celeste 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. Celeste should focus on creating picks while Graves pushes objectives.

Graves vs Celeste Economy Analysis

Net Worth
44,424Graves
43,697Celeste
Last Hits
102.2Graves
95.3Celeste

Graves generates approximately 726 more souls than Celeste 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 (102.2 vs 95.3), while Graves leads in denies (5.5 vs 2.9). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.

Recommended Items for Graves vs Celeste

Graves build for Celeste matchup

Graves Build vs Celeste

This winning build for Graves against Celeste focuses on maximizing your statistical advantages in this favorable matchup. With a 52.4% win rate against Celeste, these 7 items help Graves press the advantage and close out games efficiently. Scourge, Hunter's Aura, Focus Lens, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 41,600 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.

Celeste build for Graves matchup

Celeste Build vs Graves

Celeste's counter-build against Graves attempts to mitigate the matchup disadvantage through smart itemization. Facing an unfavorable matchup, Celeste players typically prioritize items that help them survive and scale. Frenzy, Lucky Shot, Capacitor, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 32,800 souls Knowing Celeste'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 Celeste matchup based on win rate data from 17,924 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 Shiv with a 57.9% 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 6355)
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
KDA
Kills
Deaths
Player DMG
Net Worth
51.96%28,5442.406.47.835,04244,283
52.50%21,1692.436.37.734,56044,122
47.21%20,2202.286.28.033,62643,201
52.57%19,9392.366.57.935,57144,084
52.31%19,0592.396.57.935,57344,075
52.39%17,9242.356.47.935,27644,424
46.29%16,9932.346.37.934,50144,030
49.76%16,2832.326.48.134,91143,805
51.11%15,9942.346.27.833,76843,915
51.42%15,5462.276.38.134,67844,379
52.76%15,3922.366.48.034,90744,167
55.21%15,3182.396.67.935,66344,605
49.15%13,3792.356.37.835,02443,652
50.71%11,6282.396.27.734,74043,850
54.13%11,5012.476.67.835,41844,155
53.64%11,2882.426.37.734,47244,452
48.84%10,7982.306.28.034,84443,923
55.87%9,6772.426.77.936,31544,881
47.73%9,2862.336.27.735,57143,655
50.17%9,0752.316.07.832,58343,617
50.36%9,0322.396.37.634,73843,727
53.48%8,8302.396.57.935,46944,363
50.99%8,0082.396.27.633,94443,416
53.36%7,9082.446.57.735,84545,191
57.35%7,7222.436.67.835,27044,715
54.05%7,6582.356.57.834,25344,003
53.70%7,5412.366.78.136,16245,154
57.94%7,5402.516.57.635,10145,062
52.17%7,4812.336.27.734,93044,322
51.82%7,3212.266.17.833,87844,354
55.91%7,0682.476.77.735,81444,661
52.09%7,0622.446.57.735,04544,515
52.07%6,9212.316.48.035,16844,569
54.08%6,3202.506.47.534,86544,185
53.56%6,3012.406.07.533,83644,317
52.64%6,2862.436.57.734,64943,991
53.54%4,5872.436.37.635,70243,955
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Graves Matchups - FAQ

What is Graves's best matchup in Deadlock?

Graves's best matchup is against Shiv, achieving a 57.9% 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.