Tuesday night could make someone $202 million richer.
The Mega Millions jackpot continues to climb, hitting an estimated $202 million ahead of the next drawing scheduled for Tuesday, June 3 at 11 p.m. ET. For those looking to cash out immediately, the lump sum option stands at $90 million before taxes.
What to Know About Tuesday’s Mega Millions Drawing
- Next Drawing: Tuesday, June 3, 2025
- Estimated Jackpot: $202 million
- Cash Option: $90.0 million
- Winning Numbers: Will be posted after the 11 p.m. ET draw
- Ticket Deadline: Most states close sales 1–2 hours before the draw
- Cost to Play: $2 per ticket
Jackpot Growth and Odds
This year has seen several multi-million dollar winners, but the current streak has rolled over multiple times, pushing the pot past $200 million. While the odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot remain steep — 1 in 302,575,350 — the size of the prize continues to draw national interest.
Players can also win smaller cash prizes, including:
- $1 million for matching all five white balls
- $10,000 to $10 for lower-tier matches
- $2 just for matching the Mega Ball
For an additional $1, the Megaplier option can multiply non-jackpot winnings up to 5x depending on the drawn multiplier.
How to Play Mega Millions
- Pick five numbers from 1 to 70 and one Mega Ball from 1 to 25.
- Add the Megaplier option (optional) to boost non-jackpot prizes.
- Purchase tickets at authorized retailers or through approved online platforms (where available).
- Watch the live drawing at 11 p.m. ET every Tuesday and Friday.
What Happens If You Win?
Winners have 60 days from the claim date to decide between annual payments over 29 years or the one-time cash payout. Either choice is subject to federal and potentially state taxes, depending on where the ticket was purchased.
What’s Next?
If no winner is drawn on Tuesday, the jackpot will continue to grow — potentially putting a quarter-billion-dollar prize into play by next week. Meanwhile, secondary prizes still offer life-changing opportunities for lucky players.
Check back here tonight after the drawing for the latest winning numbers and analysis.
🎯 Tip: Always sign your ticket and store it in a safe place. Winners should consult legal and financial advisors before claiming their prize.
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