the Mega Millions the jackpot for Friday’s draw is estimated at $ 22 million, with a cash option valued at $ 15 million.

The winning numbers were: 10, 14, 20, 47 and 70. The Mega Ball shot 15 with a 2X Megaplier.

Last Friday Mega Millions The $ 515 million jackpot – one of the biggest lottery jackpots in gaming history – was sold in Pennsylvania, lottery officials said. The location in Pennsylvania where the winning jackpot ticket was sold was not disclosed.

Mega Millions tickets cost $ 2 each and in New Jersey must be purchased by 10:45 p.m. on the night of the draw. The odds of a ticket hitting the jackpot by matching five numbers and the Mega Ball are 302,575,350 to 1. Players have a shot of 1 in 12,607,306 to win the second prize of at least $ 1 million. by matching five numbers.

The game is played in 45 states, Washington, DC and the US Virgin Islands.

The New Jersey Lottery office in Lawrence is open by appointment only. You can still claim your winnings – provided they’re less than $ 599.50 – in person at any retailer.

The lottery also accepts mailed claims, although officials warn that payments could be temporarily delayed. Winners are encouraged to make copies of the claim form and the winning ticket for their records.

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