Mega Millions Jackpot Reaches $189 Million After Recent Winner

New York, NY — The Mega Millions lottery jackpot continues to rise, now estimated at $189 million, after a recent winner on March 25.

The winning numbers for Friday’s drawing were 2, 28, 37, 38, 58, and the Mega Ball was 13. The cash option for the jackpot is about $82.7 million.

If no one claims the jackpot in the upcoming drawing, the amount will increase even further. The odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot remain low, at 1 in 302,575,350, according to the official lottery website.

To play, participants pick six numbers from two separate pools: five numbers from 1 to 70 and one number from 1 to 25. Players can also use the Easy Pick option, which randomly selects numbers for them. To win the jackpot, all six winning numbers must be matched.

Winners have the choice of receiving their prize in 30 annual payments, which increase by 5% each year, or a lump-sum payment.

Mega Millions drawings occur every Tuesday and Friday, covering 45 states, Washington D.C., and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Ticket prices are set at $5 each.

For those who may have a gambling problem, help is available. In Pennsylvania, you can call 1-800-GAMBLER or reach out to the 24-hour helpline chat.