Mega Millions Jackpot Grows to 7th Largest in History; Please Play Responsibly

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Three months without a jackpot winner has grown the Mega Millions jackpot to a record level. Because of the high jackpot, the Nebraska Lottery reminds customers to play responsibly.

The Mega Millions jackpot starts at $40 million and continues to grow by at least $5 million each drawing until it is won. There have been 24 consecutive drawings since March 15 without a jackpot winner. This run has grown the estimated jackpot for the Friday, June 7 drawing to $530 million or $343.9 million with the cash option selected. This is 7th-largest jackpot in the game's history.

The largest Mega Millions jackpot on record occurred in October 2018 when one winner in South Carolina won a $1.537 billion jackpot.

Play Responsibly

Because of the high jackpot, the Nebraska Lottery encourages customers to play within their means. “It’s important for Nebraska Lottery players to remember that no matter how large the Mega Millions jackpot is, the odds of winning the jackpot are 1 in 302 million,” said Lottery Director Brian Rockey. “Your odds of winning remain the same, regardless of how many tickets are purchased or how many people play.” If you or someone you know has a problem with compulsive gambling, please call the Nebraska Problem Gambling Help Line toll free at 833-BETOVER (238-6837).

Published on 05/02/2019