The draw for the Mega Millions on December 2, 2025, generated buzz with an estimated jackpot of $90 million, or $41.9 million as a cash option. The winning numbers for the draw were 17, 25, 26, 53, 60, and the Mega Ball was 16. A lucky ticket sold in New Jersey won this significant prize.
Upcoming Drawings and Ticket Sales
The next Mega Millions drawing is scheduled for Friday, December 5, 2025. Drawings occur at 11 p.m. every Tuesday and Friday. In Michigan, you can purchase Mega Millions tickets until 10:45 p.m. on the night of the draw, both in stores and online.
Cost and Gameplay
- The price for a Mega Millions ticket is $5.
- Players select six numbers from two sets: five numbers from 1 to 70 (white balls) and one from 1 to 24 (the gold Mega Ball).
- The Easy Pick/Quick Pick option is available for convenience.
Prize Structure
The Mega Millions offers various prize tiers based on the number of matches:
| Match | Prize |
|---|---|
| Match 5 White Balls + Mega Ball | Jackpot |
| Match 5 White Balls | $2 million to $10 million |
| Match 4 White Balls + Mega Ball | $20,000 to $100,000 |
| Match 4 White Balls | $1,000 to $5,000 |
| Match 3 White Balls + Mega Ball | $400 to $2,000 |
| Match 3 White Balls | $20 to $100 |
| Match 2 White Balls + Mega Ball | $20 to $100 |
| Match 1 White Ball + Mega Ball | $14 to $70 |
| Match Mega Ball | $10 to $50 |
Winning Odds
The likelihood of winning the Mega Millions jackpot stands at 1 in 290,472,336. Players are encouraged to verify winning numbers through the Mega Millions website or Michigan Lottery platforms. Drawings can also be viewed on YouTube for convenience and excitement.
What Happens After Winning
A jackpot winner has two payment options: an annuity or a cash lump-sum. The annuity provides one initial payment followed by 29 annual payments, increasing by 5% each year. This structure is designed to protect winners from inflation. Alternatively, the cash option offers a one-time payment equal to the total cash pool.
If multiple tickets win the jackpot in a single drawing, the prize is divided equally among all winners. Players are reminded to play responsibly as they dream of striking it rich.
