The Lotto Texas jackpot continues to grow, with an estimated $8.75 million available for players on Monday night. Since no winner emerged from the most recent drawing held on Saturday, December 20, this increase in the jackpot has created an exciting opportunity for lottery enthusiasts across Texas to potentially change their lives by matching all six numbers.
The previous drawing saw the numbers 10-20-28-32-33-49 drawn, but despite the large prize, no tickets matched all six, rolling the jackpot over to a significant total for the next chance. The Texas Lottery commission allocates 40.47% of ticket sales to the jackpot prize pool, allowing the prize to grow substantially after each rollover.
For those lucky enough to win the $8.75 million jackpot, there are important payment options to consider. Winners can choose between an annuity payment that spreads the prize over a number of years or a lump sum cash option currently valued at approximately $4.85 million. While the annuitized payout totals more over time, many prefer the immediate availability of the lump sum.
For players eager to participate, selecting their six numbers is straightforward, with options to choose manually or use the Quick Pick feature for a randomly generated set. Tickets cost $2, and drawings take place at 10:00 PM Central Time every Monday and Friday. The overall odds of winning any prize remain favorable, sitting at 1 in 71.1.
Although Saturday’s drawing didn’t yield a jackpot winner, it’s worth noting that Texas lottery players have found success with other games. Recently, two Cash Five winners claimed $25,000 prizes in Port Neches and Houston, demonstrating that even smaller prizes are consistently awarded. The Texas Lottery offers various games including Cash Five, Texas Two Step, and Pick 3, making it accessible for players to engage regularly and seize winning opportunities.
As excitement builds for Monday’s drawing, players across Texas are hopeful that a single ticket will finally match the winning numbers, and, if so, the winner’s selected retailer will likely see increased attention from the community. Each drawing not only holds the promise of a life-changing jackpot but also enriches the community spirit, uniting players in shared anticipation.