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Maokai vs Neeko SUPPORT Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Neeko

Maokai vs Neeko

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 8, 2026

Overview

Control side brush with saplings to deny Neeko's disguise and root setup.
Prioritize engage windows where ADC can follow up on your (W) root.
Use (R) to zone or start fights in river corridors, forcing Neeko's team to split.

Trading pattern

Stack saplings in brush to threaten (W) engages and force Neeko back.
Hold (W) to root Neeko or her ADC when they overextend near saplings.
Use (Q) knockback to keep Neeko's burst range off your ADC during trades.

Danger windows

Respect (E) root through minions, which threatens your ADC's positioning.
Avoid clustering in river during (R) ultimate to prevent multi-target knock-ups.
Track Neeko's disguise and clone usage to anticipate surprise all-ins and misdirection.

Early game

Win level 2 by layering (W) root and (Q) knockback with ADC follow-up.
Crash waves after saplings secure brush control to enable safe roams.
Ward river early to track Neeko's roam attempts and protect ADC from surprise engages.

Power spikes

Level 2 unlocks (W)+(Q) combo for strong engage with ADC follow-up.
Level 3 sapling control solidifies brush dominance and poke pressure.
Level 6 (R) enables impactful river engages or peel, enhancing objective control.

Win conditions

Convert brush control into denied enemy ADC access and secure kills with (W) roots.
Use (R) to initiate or counter-engage during dragon fights, leveraging narrow terrain.
Roam safely after wave crashes to extend pressure mid while maintaining ADC vision and safety.

Tip: For Maokai vs Neeko, read overview, trading pattern, and danger windows first for a fast Support lane check.

Updated Jun 8, 2026New matchup