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    $582 Million to be Won in Tuesday Night’s Mega Millions Drawing

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    The game’s jackpot shot up after no winner was found last Friday when the jackpot was estimated at $536 million. This is the third time this year that a jackpot has reached the top ten draws.

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    Money, money, money, money, and lots of it is up in the air during Tuesday night’s Mega Millions drawing. An estimated $582 million is up for grabs, making it the ninth-largest jackpot in the game’s history.

    The jackpot has risen again after no one won the top prize last Friday, making it the second largest jackpot of the year.

    One lucky player could win an estimated one-time payout of $285.5 million if they match all six numbers in Tuesday’s drawing. Today’s drawing takes place at 11:00 p.m. Eastern Time on Tuesday night.

    This is the third time this year that a record jackpot has been won by a player in New Jersey, with $1.128 billion. According to Mega Millions officials, that prize has yet to be claimed. A June 4 drawing also saw a winner in Illinois win the $552 million jackpot.

    What are the biggest Mega Millions draws ever?

    The 10 largest Mega Millions drawings have all occurred in the past 12 years. The drawings began with the sale of three winning tickets in Illinois, Kansas and Maryland, for a jackpot of $656 million.

    Here’s a list of the top 10 Mega Millions jackpots in history:

    • On August 8, 2023, there was a winning ticket in Florida worth $1.602 billion.
    • $1.537 billion on October 23, 2018, with one winning ticket in South Carolina.
    • On January 13, 2023, there was a single winning ticket in Maine worth $1.348 billion.
    • $1.337 billion on July 29, 2022, had one winner in Illinois
    • $1.128 billion on March 26, 2024, with one winner in New Jersey
    • $1.050 billion on January 22, 2021, saw one winner in Michigan
    • $656 million as of March 30, 2020, had three winners in Illinois, Kansas and Maryland
    • $648 million on December 17, 2013, had two winners in California and Georgia
    • $575 million on August 27, 2024
    • $552 million on June 4, 2024, with one winner in Illinois

    How do you play Mega Millions?

    To purchase a ticket, you will need to go to your local grocery store, gas station, or convenience store. In some states, you can also purchase tickets online.

    To play, you have to choose six numbers. Five numbers are white balls from 1 to 70. The golden Mega Ball is a number between 1 and 25.

    If you think the odds are slim, ask for a “Quick Pick” or an “Easy Pick.” The computer will randomly generate the numbers for you.

    Players can add the “Megaplier” for $1, which can increase non-major prize winnings by two, three, four or five times. The Megaplier is drawn before the Mega Millions numbers on Tuesdays and Fridays.

    There are 15 Megapiler balls in total:

    • 2X, five balls
    • 3X, six balls
    • 4X, three balls
    • 5X, one ball

    Where can you buy lottery tickets?

    Tickets can be purchased in person at gas stations, convenience stores, and supermarkets. Some airport terminals may also sell lottery tickets.

    You can also order lottery tickets online through Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network, in the following U.S. states and territories: Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Puerto Rico, Texas, Washington, D.C., and West Virginia. The Jackpocket app allows you to choose your lottery game and numbers, place your order, view your ticket, and collect your winnings, all from the comfort of your phone or home computer.

    Jackpocket is the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network. Gannett may earn revenue from audience referrals to Jackpocket services. Must be 18+, 21+ in AZ, 19+ in NE. Not affiliated with any state lottery. Problem gambling? Call 1-877-8-HOPE-NY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY); 1-800-327-5050 (MA); 1-877-MYLIMIT (OR); 1-800-981-0023 (PR); 1-800-GAMBLER (all others). Visit jackpocket.com/tos for full terms and conditions.

    Fernando Cervantes Jr. is a trending news reporter for USA TODAY. Reach him at [email protected] and follow him on X @fern_cerv_.

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