The Mega Millions lottery is heating up again. After weeks of rollovers, the jackpot has swelled to an estimated $264 million, with a cash option of $117.3 million up for grabs during the Friday, June 13 drawing at 11 p.m. ET.
What to Know About the Next Drawing
- Drawing Date: Friday, June 13, 2025
- Estimated Jackpot: $264 million
- Cash Option: $117.3 million (before taxes)
- Deadline to Buy Tickets: Check your local state lottery cutoff time, typically 10:45 p.m. ET
- Winning Numbers Posted: Immediately after the draw on megamillions.com and official state sites
Mega Millions Payout Breakdown
Here’s what you could win even without hitting the jackpot:
| Match | Prize | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| 5 + Mega Ball | Jackpot ($264 million) | 1 in 302,575,350 |
| 5 | $1,000,000 | 1 in 12,607,306 |
| 4 + Mega Ball | $10,000 | 1 in 931,001 |
| 4 | $500 | 1 in 38,792 |
| 3 + Mega Ball | $200 | 1 in 14,547 |
| 3 | $10 | 1 in 606 |
| 2 + Mega Ball | $10 | 1 in 693 |
| 1 + Mega Ball | $4 | 1 in 89 |
| 0 + Mega Ball | $2 | 1 in 37 |
Where to Watch the Drawing
The Mega Millions drawing takes place live at 11 p.m. ET and can be seen on most local lottery broadcast stations, or streamed via YouTube and at https://www.megamillions.com/.
Tips Before You Play
- Play Responsibly: The odds are long — know your limits.
- Double-Check Tickets: Many winners don’t realize they’ve matched smaller prizes.
- Sign the Back: Always sign your ticket to protect your claim.
Recent Mega Millions Winners
While there hasn’t been a jackpot winner in recent weeks, multiple players have won $1 million or more by matching five numbers.
Several states including New York, California, and Florida have recently reported major winners.
Stay tuned for updates on winning numbers, and check back Friday night to see if the Mega Millions has crowned a new multimillionaire.
🟡 Good luck!
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