The Mega Millions jackpot reached $980 million for the drawing on November 14th, following a previous drawing where no ticket matched all the winning numbers. A winner who matches all six numbers would have the choice of a lump-sum cash payment of $452.2 million.
This year has seen several significant jackpot wins, including a $348 million prize claimed on June 27th, a $112 million jackpot on April 18th, a $344 million win on March 25th, and a $113 million prize on January 17th. The winning numbers for the November 14th drawing were to be announced after the draw.
Mega Millions tickets are purchased from retailers like convenience stores, gas stations, and grocery stores, with some states also offering online purchases. Players select six numbers: five from a pool of 1 to 70 for white balls, and one from a pool of 1 to 24 for the gold Mega Ball.
For those who prefer not to choose numbers, a "Quick Pick" or "Easy Pick" option allows the computer to randomly generate them. Recent updates to Mega Millions tickets include a built-in multiplier that can increase non-jackpot prizes, previously an optional add-on.
