Lockevs Nami
Locke vs Nami is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.14. Nami wins with a 77.8% win rate (+55.6%) over Locke based on 9 games. Locke wins the early laning phase while Nami scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Locke build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Locke vs Nami matchup.
Locke Matchup Breakdown
Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Locke performs against them. You'll get head-to-head win rates, laning stats, the best build and runes for the matchup, and early vs late game analysis — all based on real ranked data.
Who Wins the Locke vs Nami Matchup?
Locke vs Nami Matchup Summary
The Locke vs Nami matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 9 recent matches analyzed, Nami wins with a 77.8% win rate compared to Locke's 22.2%, giving Nami a 55.6 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Locke controls the early laning stage, but Nami outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Locke needs to press advantages before Nami reaches their power spikes, while Nami should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Nami leads by 0.6s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Nami has a strong advantage in this matchup. Locke players should play defensively, prioritize safe farming under tower, and look for opportunities created by jungle pressure or Nami overextending. Avoid prolonged trades and wait for team fights where positioning and coordination matter more. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.
Locke vs Nami Laning Phase Breakdown
Locke is favored during the laning phase against Nami, winning 3 out of 5 key stat categories. Locke holds advantages in farming, damage and gold income, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.
Best Locke Build Against Nami
Sorcerer's Shoes is the optimal boots choice against Nami, providing the mobility and stats Locke needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Locke against Nami are Shadowflame, Void Staff and Rabadon's Deathcap. This combination gives Locke an effective balance of damage, survivability, and utility for the matchup. Adjustments may be needed based on team compositions and game state, but this build provides the strongest foundation for the Locke vs Nami matchup.
Early Game vs Late Game
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Nami50.0%Locke0.0%Nami100.0%The early game (first 15 minutes) is a toss-up between Locke and Nami, with Locke holding a razor-thin 50.0% win rate edge (+0.0%). Individual skill and jungle proximity will matter more than champion advantage in the early laning phase.
Nami is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 100.0% win rate — 100.0 points above Locke. Extended games heavily favor Nami, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.
The power dynamics shift as the game progresses — Locke has the edge early, but Nami gradually takes over. However, the margins are slim enough that either champion can win at any stage with the right plays. Focus on taking advantages when you have them rather than waiting for a specific game phase.
Best Locke Runes Against Nami
Domination
Resolve
The Domination and Resolve rune setup gives Locke the best tools to compete against Nami in this difficult matchup, compensating for the statistical disadvantages with optimal rune synergies.
Locke matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.14. The table below shows Locke's win rate, gold difference, and performance stats against every champion in the current meta. Click any champion name to see a detailed head-to-head breakdown including the best Locke build, runes, laning stats, and early vs late game analysis for that specific matchup.
Opponent | Win Rate | Matches | CS/min | DMG/min | Gold/game | Early WR | Late WR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50.18% | 273 | 5.6 | 873 | 12,264 | 52.6% | 48.4% | |
| 49.81% | 257 | 4.6 | 894 | 12,631 | 51.5% | 48.7% | |
| 51.60% | 219 | 5.5 | 859 | 12,789 | 51.3% | 51.8% | |
| 53.88% | 219 | 5.6 | 865 | 12,274 | 61.9% | 47.5% | |
| 49.07% | 214 | 5.3 | 858 | 11,119 | 48.3% | 49.6% | |
| 48.44% | 192 | 5.5 | 863 | 11,701 | 46.4% | 50.0% | |
| 51.04% | 192 | 5.4 | 810 | 11,627 | 51.2% | 50.9% | |
| 50.00% | 180 | 5.1 | 861 | 12,285 | 49.3% | 50.5% | |
| 50.00% | 176 | 5.4 | 876 | 12,130 | 55.9% | 46.3% | |
| 50.00% | 174 | 5.2 | 882 | 12,365 | 57.3% | 44.4% | |
| 44.83% | 174 | 4.2 | 814 | 12,036 | 52.8% | 39.2% | |
| 50.99% | 151 | 5.2 | 867 | 12,312 | 50.8% | 51.2% | |
| 44.59% | 148 | 4.2 | 841 | 11,755 | 45.2% | 44.2% | |
| 54.41% | 136 | 5.7 | 882 | 11,683 | 63.6% | 45.7% | |
| 49.59% | 121 | 4.3 | 808 | 12,013 | 39.6% | 56.2% | |
| 49.07% | 108 | 5.3 | 884 | 12,533 | 43.9% | 52.2% | |
| 46.81% | 94 | 1.2 | 711 | 12,775 | 61.3% | 39.7% | |
| 52.13% | 94 | 5.8 | 925 | 12,105 | 52.6% | 51.8% | |
| 48.89% | 90 | 5.1 | 799 | 11,339 | 53.5% | 44.7% | |
| 47.62% | 84 | 5.3 | 870 | 11,742 | 50.0% | 45.5% | |
| 45.24% | 84 | 1.5 | 690 | 13,242 | 53.9% | 41.4% | |
| 56.10% | 82 | 5.8 | 882 | 12,672 | 54.3% | 57.5% | |
| 49.38% | 81 | 5.4 | 1,013 | 12,342 | 55.9% | 44.7% | |
| 51.85% | 81 | 5.5 | 908 | 12,202 | 50.0% | 53.2% | |
| 34.62% | 78 | 1.2 | 732 | 12,133 | 33.3% | 35.9% | |
| 53.85% | 78 | 5.4 | 919 | 12,829 | 45.2% | 59.6% | |
| 38.16% | 76 | 5.8 | 908 | 11,426 | 40.0% | 36.6% | |
| 51.39% | 72 | 5.3 | 938 | 12,407 | 59.3% | 46.7% | |
| 30.56% | 72 | 1.9 | 708 | 12,338 | 31.0% | 30.2% | |
| 48.53% | 68 | 5.7 | 915 | 11,678 | 48.4% | 48.6% | |
| 46.88% | 64 | 3.1 | 814 | 11,517 | 53.6% | 41.7% | |
| 44.44% | 63 | 5.1 | 801 | 12,168 | 41.7% | 46.1% | |
| 54.10% | 61 | 5.3 | 910 | 13,344 | 29.4% | 63.6% | |
| 45.00% | 60 | 4.6 | 816 | 11,349 | 36.0% | 51.4% | |
| 52.54% | 59 | 5.7 | 894 | 12,961 | 54.5% | 51.4% | |
| 44.07% | 59 | 4.1 | 793 | 12,436 | 28.6% | 52.6% | |
| 50.85% | 59 | 1.4 | 706 | 13,444 | 45.0% | 53.9% | |
| 38.98% | 59 | 5.6 | 770 | 11,972 | 56.5% | 27.8% | |
| 56.90% | 58 | 5.5 | 877 | 12,203 | 54.5% | 58.3% | |
| 48.28% | 58 | 1.4 | 687 | 12,545 | 55.2% | 41.4% | |
| 43.86% | 57 | 4.4 | 772 | 12,208 | 54.2% | 36.4% | |
| 33.93% | 56 | 1.0 | 679 | 12,046 | 26.9% | 40.0% | |
| 44.44% | 54 | 1.3 | 729 | 13,272 | 38.1% | 48.5% | |
| 49.06% | 53 | 5.7 | 929 | 12,434 | 42.3% | 55.6% | |
| 50.94% | 53 | 5.7 | 1,039 | 13,446 | 66.7% | 37.9% | |
| 41.18% | 51 | 1.0 | 659 | 12,591 | 40.0% | 42.3% | |
| 56.00% | 50 | 5.5 | 939 | 12,620 | 68.2% | 46.4% | |
| 32.65% | 49 | 1.2 | 652 | 12,382 | 41.2% | 28.1% | |
| 48.98% | 49 | 5.5 | 863 | 12,660 | 56.3% | 45.5% | |
| 42.86% | 49 | 4.7 | 821 | 12,744 | 35.3% | 46.9% | |
| 41.67% | 48 | 5.0 | 893 | 13,039 | 54.2% | 29.2% | |
| 46.81% | 47 | 5.5 | 798 | 10,931 | 46.4% | 47.4% | |
| 52.27% | 44 | 4.4 | 800 | 12,718 | 66.7% | 48.6% | |
| 47.73% | 44 | 2.9 | 754 | 12,204 | 40.0% | 54.2% | |
| 52.27% | 44 | 6.0 | 945 | 11,992 | 72.2% | 38.5% | |
| 47.62% | 42 | 5.1 | 758 | 11,337 | 60.0% | 40.7% | |
| 46.34% | 41 | 5.3 | 774 | 12,018 | 41.7% | 48.3% | |
| 57.50% | 40 | 5.3 | 869 | 13,250 | 66.7% | 52.0% | |
| 42.50% | 40 | 1.9 | 708 | 13,529 | 47.1% | 39.1% | |
| 39.47% | 38 | 2.0 | 793 | 12,673 | 46.1% | 36.0% | |
| 42.11% | 38 | 4.7 | 859 | 11,383 | 29.4% | 52.4% | |
| 56.76% | 37 | 5.5 | 911 | 11,747 | 73.3% | 45.5% | |
| 36.11% | 36 | 1.4 | 679 | 12,154 | 46.1% | 30.4% | |
| 38.89% | 36 | 1.1 | 667 | 12,467 | 42.9% | 36.4% | |
| 61.11% | 36 | 5.1 | 890 | 12,025 | 57.1% | 63.6% | |
| 51.43% | 35 | 5.4 | 873 | 12,818 | 36.4% | 58.3% | |
| 48.57% | 35 | 4.0 | 912 | 11,418 | 41.7% | 52.2% | |
| 67.65% | 34 | 5.6 | 973 | 13,072 | 78.6% | 60.0% | |
| 44.12% | 34 | 1.0 | 665 | 13,128 | 57.1% | 35.0% | |
| 55.88% | 34 | 5.1 | 888 | 11,332 | 50.0% | 60.0% | |
| 52.94% | 34 | 1.2 | 746 | 14,069 | 61.5% | 47.6% | |
| 42.42% | 33 | 1.3 | 725 | 12,462 | 50.0% | 35.3% | |
| 54.84% | 31 | 1.5 | 798 | 12,683 | 64.3% | 47.1% | |
| 53.33% | 30 | 4.8 | 1,027 | 12,224 | 46.1% | 58.8% | |
| 64.29% | 28 | 5.4 | 874 | 13,431 | 77.8% | 57.9% | |
| 48.15% | 27 | 5.2 | 1,046 | 13,542 | 71.4% | 40.0% | |
| 48.15% | 27 | 4.2 | 703 | 10,863 | 54.5% | 43.8% | |
| 30.77% | 26 | 4.5 | 793 | 10,945 | 54.5% | 13.3% | |
| 30.77% | 26 | 3.0 | 732 | 11,177 | 25.0% | 35.7% | |
| 46.15% | 26 | 4.8 | 886 | 11,024 | 50.0% | 42.9% | |
| 48.00% | 25 | 5.1 | 903 | 13,477 | 44.4% | 50.0% | |
| 52.00% | 25 | 4.6 | 850 | 11,883 | 33.3% | 69.2% | |
| 25.00% | 24 | 1.8 | 709 | 12,518 | 33.3% | 20.0% | |
| 45.83% | 24 | 3.0 | 856 | 12,230 | 75.0% | 31.3% | |
| 37.50% | 24 | 5.4 | 839 | 10,676 | 41.7% | 33.3% | |
| 41.67% | 24 | 1.2 | 831 | 12,372 | 44.4% | 40.0% | |
| 37.50% | 24 | 5.4 | 877 | 12,738 | 54.5% | 23.1% | |
| 45.83% | 24 | 1.0 | 798 | 11,793 | 45.5% | 46.1% | |
| 33.33% | 24 | 1.7 | 748 | 14,136 | 40.0% | 28.6% | |
| 52.17% | 23 | 4.9 | 870 | 12,372 | 66.7% | 42.9% | |
| 69.57% | 23 | 4.1 | 735 | 11,386 | 63.6% | 75.0% | |
| 34.78% | 23 | 4.2 | 744 | 10,739 | 45.5% | 25.0% | |
| 59.09% | 22 | 1.1 | 913 | 14,287 | 57.1% | 60.0% | |
| 59.09% | 22 | 5.3 | 917 | 12,549 | 55.6% | 61.5% | |
| 50.00% | 22 | 5.7 | 835 | 13,007 | 40.0% | 52.9% | |
| 36.36% | 22 | 4.6 | 824 | 12,443 | 28.6% | 40.0% | |
| 40.91% | 22 | 3.9 | 664 | 11,647 | 30.0% | 50.0% | |
| 40.91% | 22 | 4.4 | 846 | 12,553 | 50.0% | 35.7% | |
| 38.10% | 21 | 5.7 | 828 | 11,723 | 44.4% | 33.3% | |
| 28.57% | 21 | 0.7 | 581 | 12,250 | 20.0% | 36.4% | |
| 50.00% | 20 | 1.3 | 710 | 13,225 | 57.1% | 46.1% | |
| 50.00% | 20 | 1.0 | 782 | 12,616 | 55.6% | 45.5% | |
| 31.58% | 19 | 4.0 | 692 | 13,123 | 40.0% | 28.6% | |
| 52.63% | 19 | 3.3 | 763 | 12,463 | 50.0% | 54.5% | |
| 52.63% | 19 | 4.7 | 859 | 11,139 | 33.3% | 61.5% | |
| 47.37% | 19 | 5.4 | 823 | 11,238 | 66.7% | 30.0% | |
| 47.37% | 19 | 0.8 | 628 | 12,611 | 25.0% | 53.3% | |
| 22.22% | 18 | 5.8 | 776 | 12,470 | 37.5% | 10.0% | |
| 66.67% | 18 | 5.7 | 845 | 12,471 | 66.7% | 66.7% | |
| 43.75% | 16 | 4.5 | 961 | 11,958 | 66.7% | 30.0% | |
| 25.00% | 16 | 5.6 | 892 | 12,589 | 14.3% | 33.3% | |
| 43.75% | 16 | 5.2 | 737 | 13,095 | 60.0% | 36.4% | |
| 53.33% | 15 | 5.3 | 773 | 11,824 | 42.9% | 62.5% | |
| 40.00% | 15 | 4.5 | 923 | 14,206 | 60.0% | 30.0% | |
| 46.67% | 15 | 2.7 | 781 | 14,250 | 28.6% | 62.5% | |
| 78.57% | 14 | 1.4 | 718 | 12,647 | 66.7% | 87.5% | |
| 46.15% | 13 | 6.0 | 753 | 12,389 | 62.5% | 20.0% | |
| 30.77% | 13 | 5.5 | 977 | 13,241 | 33.3% | 30.0% | |
| 8.33% | 12 | 5.5 | 564 | 8,734 | 16.7% | 0.0% | |
| 66.67% | 12 | 3.4 | 646 | 9,545 | 62.5% | 75.0% | |
| 41.67% | 12 | 4.3 | 786 | 12,159 | 66.7% | 33.3% | |
| 41.67% | 12 | 5.2 | 838 | 10,610 | 25.0% | 75.0% | |
| 33.33% | 12 | 4.8 | 823 | 11,655 | 40.0% | 28.6% | |
| 81.82% | 11 | 4.7 | 825 | 11,347 | 60.0% | 100.0% | |
| 36.36% | 11 | 5.8 | 923 | 13,918 | 66.7% | 25.0% | |
| 45.45% | 11 | 4.3 | 774 | 10,990 | 60.0% | 33.3% | |
| 40.00% | 10 | 4.3 | 815 | 12,589 | 75.0% | 16.7% | |
| 60.00% | 10 | 2.9 | 728 | 12,749 | 80.0% | 40.0% | |
| 60.00% | 10 | 1.0 | 815 | 14,093 | 33.3% | 71.4% | |
| 40.00% | 10 | 1.0 | 785 | 13,482 | 20.0% | 60.0% | |
| 22.22% | 9 | 2.9 | 577 | 10,225 | 50.0% | 0.0% | |
| 66.67% | 9 | 5.6 | 760 | 10,922 | 75.0% | 60.0% | |
| 44.44% | 9 | 3.4 | 657 | 8,542 | 60.0% | 25.0% | |
| 22.22% | 9 | 5.9 | 725 | 13,386 | 0.0% | 28.6% | |
| 44.44% | 9 | 6.0 | 816 | 13,069 | 0.0% | 50.0% | |
| 77.78% | 9 | 5.5 | 956 | 13,166 | 100.0% | 60.0% | |
| 12.50% | 8 | 5.6 | 619 | 10,241 | 0.0% | 25.0% | |
| 37.50% | 8 | 2.0 | 557 | 9,963 | 66.7% | 20.0% | |
| 37.50% | 8 | 2.4 | 693 | 13,392 | 0.0% | 50.0% | |
| 75.00% | 8 | 6.4 | 888 | 12,468 | 60.0% | 100.0% | |
| 42.86% | 7 | 5.1 | 688 | 12,451 | 33.3% | 50.0% | |
| 71.43% | 7 | 4.5 | 853 | 11,449 | 75.0% | 66.7% | |
| 28.57% | 7 | 2.0 | 413 | 10,945 | 50.0% | 20.0% | |
| 16.67% | 6 | 3.4 | 777 | 9,100 | 0.0% | 50.0% | |
| 33.33% | 6 | 4.7 | 744 | 8,979 | 66.7% | 0.0% | |
| 33.33% | 6 | 4.3 | 973 | 10,748 | 50.0% | 0.0% | |
| 33.33% | 6 | 5.5 | 861 | 11,944 | 50.0% | 0.0% | |
| 50.00% | 6 | 1.5 | 725 | 10,537 | 75.0% | 0.0% | |
| 20.00% | 5 | 2.0 | 631 | 11,702 | 50.0% | 0.0% | |
| 0.00% | 5 | 4.3 | 847 | 11,416 | 0.0% | 0.0% | |
| 0.00% | 5 | 4.6 | 760 | 11,639 | 0.0% | 0.0% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 5.0 | 728 | 9,636 | 50.0% | 0.0% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 6.0 | 758 | 14,976 | 0.0% | 50.0% | |
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Locke vs Nami - Frequently Asked Questions
How does Locke do against Nami in League of Legends?
Nami wins the Locke vs Nami matchup with a 77.8% win rate compared to Locke's 22.2%, a 55.6 percentage point difference. This data is based on 9 recent ranked games in patch 26.14.
How does Locke do against Nami in the early game?
In the early game, Locke has the advantage against Nami with a 50.0% win rate versus 50.0%. Locke players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.
How does Locke do against Nami in the late game?
In the late game, Nami takes over the Locke vs Nami matchup with a 100.0% win rate compared to 0.0%. Nami scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.
Who wins the Locke vs Nami matchup?
Nami wins the matchup against Locke with a 77.8% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.14. The 55.6 percentage point advantage means Nami is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 9 games analyzed.
What is the best Locke build against Nami?
The best Locke build against Nami includes Shadowflame, Void Staff, Rabadon's Deathcap with Sorcerer's Shoes. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.
What are the best Locke runes against Nami?
The best Locke runes against Nami use the Domination primary tree with Resolve secondary. This rune setup achieves a 33.3% win rate in the Locke vs Nami matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.
Does Locke counter Nami?
No, Locke struggles against Nami with only a 22.2% win rate. Nami has the advantage in this matchup. Locke players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Nami's lead.
How do I play Locke against Nami?
When playing Locke against Nami, play cautiously and avoid Nami's power spikes. Look for jungle assistance and team-dependent plays since Nami has the statistical advantage at most stages. Use the matchup-specific build and runes above to optimize your chances.