What Happened
In the Mega Millions drawing held on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, no player won the estimated $438 million jackpot. The winning numbers were 12, 39, 43, 49, 55, with the Mega Ball being 23. However, two tickets sold in Illinois and Oklahoma matched the first five numbers, winning significant prizes of $3 million and $5 million, respectively.
Why It Matters
The absence of a jackpot winner means that the Mega Millions prize pool continues to grow, with the next drawing scheduled for Friday, February 27, 2026, now estimated at $458 million. This ongoing increase in the jackpot heightens public interest and ticket sales, as players hope to become the next millionaire.
What’s Next
Players are encouraged to purchase tickets for the upcoming drawing, with the cash option for the current jackpot being $203.1 million. The Mega Millions lottery operates on a schedule of drawings every Tuesday and Friday at 11 p.m. Players can select their numbers or opt for a Quick Pick generated by the lottery machine.
