In the latest Mega Millions drawing held on June 21, 2024, there were no winning tickets that matched all the drawn numbers, which has caused the jackpot to roll over to $97 million for the upcoming Tuesday drawing. This means that the prize money continues to accumulate as no player successfully guessed the winning combination of numbers and the Mega Ball.
For the June 21 drawing, the winning numbers were 3, 18, 27, 40, and 44 for the white balls, with the Mega Ball number being 19. Additionally, a Megaplier of 4X was applied to non-jackpot prizes, offering winners the opportunity to multiply their secondary winnings.
Had there been a jackpot winner in the June 21 drawing who opted for the cash payout, they would have received an estimated $38.3 million in a lump-sum payment. This substantial amount reflects the allure and excitement of the Mega Millions lottery, known for its life-changing jackpot prizes.
In 2024, there have been two notable Mega Millions jackpot wins so far:
- In March, a fortunate ticket holder from New Jersey claimed an astonishing $1.13 billion, making headlines across the country.
- Earlier this month, another player, this time from Illinois, secured a significant prize of $552 million.
The process of playing Mega Millions involves choosing six numbers:
- Five numbers are selected from a range of 1 to 70 for the white balls.
- One number is chosen from 1 to 25 for the Mega Ball, which is crucial for winning the jackpot.
Participants can purchase tickets at authorized locations such as convenience stores, gas stations, and grocery stores. Some states also allow online purchases through platforms like Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network. For those who prefer a random selection, the “Quick Pick” option generates numbers automatically.
The Megaplier feature adds excitement by multiplying winnings (excluding the jackpot) by 2, 3, 4, or 5 times. This multiplier is determined separately before the main Mega Millions numbers are drawn.
Looking ahead, the next Mega Millions drawing is scheduled for Tuesday, with the jackpot now standing at $97 million. Players are encouraged to check official lottery sources for updates and to confirm their ticket numbers against the winning combination once the results are announced.
This ongoing excitement around Mega Millions underscores its popularity and the potential for life-altering winnings, making it a widely anticipated event among lottery enthusiasts across the United States.