On December 24, 2024, lottery players across the United States were eagerly anticipating the results of various draw games, particularly the Mega Millions. Players from states like Arizona, Pennsylvania, and Minnesota checked their tickets with hopes of cashing in on significant prizes.
The Arizona Lottery delivered its Mega Millions results comprising the winning numbers: 11, 14, 38, 45, 46, and the Mega Ball: 03, with a Megaplier of 3. Players also had chances with other games, including the Pick 3, which yielded winning numbers of 1, 6, 4. For those engaged in Fantasy 5, the winning combination was 01, 04, 07, 08, 09, and the Triple Twist saw winners with the numbers 03, 06, 11, 25, 29, and 41.
Meanwhile, the Pennsylvania Lottery announced similar Mega Millions numbers: 11, 14, 38, 45, 46, and the Mega Ball 03, marked with Megaplier 3 as well. Local players enjoyed other games like Pick 2 Day, with winning numbers of 4-8 (wild 3) during the day drawing, and 1-9 (wild 5) during the evening. The Pick 3 numbers were 2-1-4 for daytime and 8-9-0 for evening. Additional results across other Pennsylvania draw games included Cash4Life at 07, 23, 25, 46, 57 (Cash Ball 03) and Pick 5 at 9, 8, 6, 7, 8 during the day, along with the night’s winning numbers of 1-8-4-0-7.
From Minnesota, the update echoed the Mega Millions results with the same winning numbers, 11, 14, 38, 45, 46, and Mega Ball 03, Megaplier of 3. The Pick 3 winners revealed numbers were 7, 5, 7, and the North 5’s winning numbers were 07, 12, 13, 16, 23.
The excitement surrounding these draws can be attributed to rising jackpot amounts as recently reported winners of both Powerball and Mega Millions broke historical records, attaining spots within the top tiers of U.S. lottery history. The large sums amassed not only attract interest from avid players but also make for substantial contributions to various state programs. Funds generated by these lottery games support numerous initiatives, including higher education and environmental conservation, benefitting communities at multiple levels.
To claim winnings, Arizona Lottery players are reminded to sign the back of their ticket and present it at any validating retailer for amounts up to $100. Prizes between $100 and $599 may be redeemed via mail or at designated lottery offices. For larger prizes, players need to mail their claims using official forms or submit them at local offices like the Phoenix or Tucson Lottery Offices. Pennsylvania Lottery winners can follow similar steps, with claims for prizes over $600 requiring sending tickets and completed claim forms to designated administration offices, and securing signatures on the back of tickets to validate ownership accordingly.
Similarly, players can purchase tickets through various outlets, including gas stations and groceries, or through the Jackpocket app for greater convenience. Jackpocket serves as the official digital lottery courier for several states, allowing players to engage digitally with security. For those betting on luck this joyous holiday season, the opportunities around these lotteries serve both as entertainment and potential life-changing wins.
