- Winning numbers: 38, 40, 60, 62, 70 | Mega Ball: 9
- Estimated $60 million grand prize before taxes
- Megaplier option unavailable for this drawing
- Next draw Tuesday with updated jackpot amount
Millions of hopeful players tuned in for Friday night’s Mega Millions drawing, anticipating life-changing fortunes. The selected numbers – 38, 40, 60, 62, and 70 with Mega Ball 9 – create 302 potential winning combinations across nine prize tiers. While no participant matched all six numbers, three tickets in Florida, Texas, and Ohio secured $1 million each by matching five main numbers.
Lottery analysts note the current $60 million prize reflects 12 consecutive rolls since the last jackpot win. This steady growth follows industry trends showing 23% longer rollover periods compared to 2023 averages. California Lottery Director Rebecca Kim states, We're observing heightened ticket sales during holiday weekends, with July 4th purchases up 18% year-over-year.
Regional data reveals Pennsylvania leads in secondary prize claims this quarter, accounting for 31% of all $10,000+ winners. The state’s lottery revenue funds property tax relief programs, distributing $234 million to homeowners in 2024 alone. Players can verify tickets through official state portals or authorized retailers within 180 days of drawings.
Industry experts recommend these strategies for responsible play: Set monthly budget limits, avoid chasing losses, and consider joining office pools to increase odds without overspending. Jackpot.com reports mobile ticket purchases now represent 41% of all transactions, with mobile users 2.3x more likely to enable recurring play options.
Upcoming changes include New York’s August 1 digital verification rollout and Illinois’ expanded claim centers in rural counties. The Mega Millions consortium confirms plans for enhanced fraud detection systems by Q1 2025, following a 57% increase in suspicious activity reports last fiscal year.