Another New Jersey lottery player wins $1 million by matching all five white balls in Monday's Powerball draw, continuing the state's recent streak of major lottery wins.
With no grand prize winner on Monday, the Powerball jackpot increases to $56 million for the next draw, offering a cash option of $27 million for Wednesday's lucky player.
The winning numbers for the Powerball draw on June 17, 2024, were 30, 48, 53, 58, 66, and the Powerball number 9, with the Powerplay multiplier set at 2x.
Powerball draws are held at 10:59 p.m. ET every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday, giving players three chances a week to become millionaires.
In New Jersey, Powerball tickets must be purchased by 9:59 p.m. on drawing days, but deadlines vary by state, so check local rules to avoid missing out.
Each Powerball ticket costs $2, with an optional $1 Power Play that can multiply non-jackpot prizes by up to 10 times, making it a strategic choice for maximizing winnings.
Powerball offers prizes ranging from $4 for matching just the Powerball to $1 million for matching all five white balls, and the jackpot for matching all six numbers.
You can play Powerball in 45 U.S. states plus Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, making it one of the most widely accessible lotteries.