Jackpot Claimed: Mega Millions Tuesday, December 2, 2025 Numbers Revealed
The Mega Millions lottery continues to capture public interest, with significant jackpots drawing attention from hopeful players across the nation. On December 2, 2025, the Mega Millions drawing revealed that the estimated jackpot was a staggering $90 million, with a cash option valued at $41.9 million.
Mega Millions Winning Numbers
The winning numbers drawn on this date were:
- 17
- 25
- 26
- 53
- 60
- Mega Ball: 16
A ticket purchased in New Jersey won the jackpot, highlighting the lottery’s widespread appeal. Players eagerly await the next draw, scheduled for Friday, December 5.
Ticket Purchase Details
In Michigan, tickets for Mega Millions are available both in-store and online until 10:45 p.m. on the night of the drawing. The cost to play Mega Millions is $5 per ticket. Players can choose six numbers from two pools: five numbers from 1 to 70 and one Mega Ball number from 1 to 24. Additionally, there’s an Easy Pick/Quick Pick option for those who prefer a random selection.
Enhancing Prize Opportunities
Mega Millions has streamlined its prizes by incorporating a built-in multiplier. This feature offers the possibility of increasing non-jackpot winnings by 2, 3, 4, 5, or even 10 times, depending on the random assignment at the time of purchase.
Prize Breakdown
The breakdown of Mega Millions prizes is as follows:
| Match | Prize |
|---|---|
| Jackpot (5 White Balls + Mega Ball) | Varies |
| 5 White Balls | $2 million to $10 million |
| 4 White Balls + Mega Ball | $20,000 to $100,000 |
| 4 White Balls | $1,000 to $5,000 |
| 3 White Balls + Mega Ball | $400 to $2,000 |
| 3 White Balls | $20 to $100 |
| 2 White Balls + Mega Ball | $20 to $100 |
| 1 White Ball + Mega Ball | $14 to $70 |
| Mega Ball | $10 to $50 |
Understanding the Odds
The odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot are 1 in 290,472,336, reflecting the challenge of hitting the jackpot. Players looking for the latest winning numbers can find them on the Mega Millions website or through live broadcasts.
What Happens if You Win?
Winners of the jackpot can choose between an annuity or a cash payment. The annuity option consists of one immediate payment followed by 29 annual payments, each increasing by 5% to help buffer against inflation. Alternatively, the cash option provides a lump-sum payment equivalent to the total cash available in the jackpot prize pool. In cases where multiple winners share the jackpot, the prize is divided equally among them.
