Mega Millions Winning Numbers for Tuesday, December 17: $760 Million Jackpot

 

Mega Millions Jackpot Hits $760 Million for Tonight’s Drawing

A lucky player could win over $700 million in tonight’s Mega Millions drawing, with the jackpot soaring to $760 million ahead of the drawing. The lump-sum payment is estimated at $352.1 million after taxes, making this the eighth-largest prize in Mega Millions history.

The winning numbers will be drawn just after 11 p.m. ET tonight. Stay tuned for the results as soon as they’re announced.

In March, a player from New Jersey won a staggering $1.1 billion in Mega Millions, though that prize remains unclaimed. It’s not the first time a jackpot has gone unclaimed, highlighting how rare yet exciting these big wins can be.

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How to Play Mega Millions

To participate, you’ll need to choose six numbers: five white ball numbers (ranging from 1 to 70) and one gold Mega Ball number (ranging from 1 to 25). If you’re unsure about picking numbers, request a Quick Pick or Easy Pick, and the computer will select random numbers for you.

Players can also add the Megaplier feature for $1, which can multiply non-jackpot winnings by 2X, 3X, 4X, or 5X depending on the drawn multiplier.

Megaplier Options:

• 2X: 5 balls
• 3X: 6 balls
• 4X: 3 balls
• 5X: 1 ball

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Where to Buy Tickets

You can purchase Mega Millions tickets:

• In person at gas stations, convenience stores, and grocery stores.
• At select airport terminals that sell lottery tickets.
• Online in participating states via Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network. States and territories include 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.

Jackpocket allows players to select their game and numbers, view their ticket, and collect winnings via their phone or computer. Must be 18+ (21+ in AZ and 19+ in NE).

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For more information, visit the official Mega Millions website, or check results for Tuesday's drawing once they are announced.

For inquiries, contact Fernando Cervantes Jr. at http://fernando.cervantes@gannett.com or follow him on X (@fern_cerv_).