Author: Lotterymeister

Mega Millions and the Christmas Glitz

The Christmas season is the glitziest time of year. Whether it’s the extravagant lights or the decadent desserts, the office Christmas parties or the winter fashion, few can resist. On December 4th, Mega Millions couldn’t resist, either. In fact, it contributed to the glitz.

With no grand prize winner, the jackpot rose to $226 million. Becoming that wealthy (almost) overnight would be the ultimate Christmas gift, or at least hard to top!

General Lottery Analysis

With winning numbers 28, 31, 41, 42, 50, and MB 4, the {3-1-1-1} Pattern made its 82nd appearance.

The jackpot’s getting up there again! Source: lotterytrend-megamillions.com.

Of the 416 Mega Millions drawings so far, this Pattern has played in 19.7% of them and was last seen November 13, 2018.

The [1-3-1-1] made its 30th appearance and has now played in 36.6% of the 82 drawings where {3-1-1-1} was the winning Pattern. When taking all 416 drawings into consideration, this General Order has played 7.21% of the time. Prior to Tuesday night, the [1-3-1-1] General Order played September 28, 2018.

Now with five appearances, the 0 1 3 1 0 1 Specific Order has played in 16.67% of the 30 drawings where the General Order was [1-3-1-1]. This Specific Order has also played in roughly 6.10% of the 82 drawings where {3-1-1-1} was the winning Pattern. Finally, when taking all 416 drawings into consideration, this Specific Order has played 1.20% of the time. We last saw the 0 1 3 1 0 1 Specific Order on May 12, 2017.

Three Number Combination(s)

There were also two repeating Three-Number Combinations:

A couple of repeating Three-Number Combinations under the glitter. Source: lotterytrend-megamillions.com.

Now, this may be jumping the gun, but there was a “crazy-large jackpot” around the time of another holiday earlier this year. Whether it grows to that size, or larger, remains to be seen. For now, we should concern ourselves with Friday night, and whether or not the {3-1-1-1} Pattern will make an encore.

Festive Beginnings

December is a festive month, no doubt about it! What with Christmas and New Year’s Eve, it’s hard not to get sucked up in it somehow. Lotto Texas and Powerball got in the mood December 1, 2018 with a stirrup in the jackpots. With no grand prize winners, Powerball rose to $200 million dollars, and Lotto Texas kept it classy with $7.25 million. In fact, it was classy Lotto Texas that saw a three-peat and then some.

Lotto Texas

General Lottery Analysis

The {3-2-1} Pattern streak established a streak with winning numbers 1, 31, 33, 41, 47, and 54. This Pattern has now played 844 times.

Holding onto the {3-2-1} Pattern. Source: lotterytrend.com.

Of the 1608 Lotto Texas drawings, the {3-2-1} Pattern has played in 52.5% of them. We last saw this Pattern in the November 28, 2018 drawing.

Now with 151 appearances, the 1 2 3 Specific Order has played in 17.9% of the 844 drawings where {3-2-1} was the winning Pattern. After taking all 1608 drawings into consideration, this Specific Order has played 9.39% of the time. Prior to Saturday night, the 1 2 3 Specific Order played on October 20, 2018.

Four-Number Combination(s)

Two repeating Four-Number Combinations also helped kick off December!

  • 1, 31, 41, 54 (Debuted January 5, 2002)
  • 1, 31, 33, 47 (Debuted June 23, 2007)
Accompanied by two repeating Four-Number Combinations. Source: lotterytrend.com.

Powerball

General Lottery Analysis

With winning numbers 10, 11, 47, 55, 58, and PB 26, the {2-2-1-1} Pattern made its 94th appearance.

This made crossing the $200 million threshold possible. Source: lotterytrend-powerball.com.

This Pattern has played in 28.5% of the 330 Powerball drawings.

The [2-2-1-1] General Order made its 38th appearance and has now played in 40.4% of the 94 drawings where {2-2-1-1} was the winning Pattern. When taking all 330 drawings into consideration, this General Order has played 11.5% of the time.

Both the {2-2-1-1} Pattern and the [2-2-1-1] General Order played on November 7, 2018.

Now with four appearances, the 2 0 0 2 1 1 Specific Order has played in 10.5% of the 38 drawings where the General Order was [2-2-1-1]. This Specific Order has also played in 4.26% of the 94 drawings where {2-2-1-1} was the winning Pattern. Finally, when taking all 330 drawings into consideration, this Specific Order has played 1.21% of the time. We last saw the 2 0 0 2 1 1 Specific Order on August 22, 2018.

Three-Number Combination(s)

Repeating Three-Number Combinations were absent Saturday night.

The rising jackpots in Lotto Texas and Powerball are something to look out for. This may spell something monumental as we get closer to Christmas. Will the rising jackpot momentum hold Wednesday night? Could December be a month of Pattern streaks?

Pattern Bookends

Time sure flies when you’re playing the lottery, eh? November 30th wasn’t just the last day of the month. It fell on a Friday, and Friday means Mega Millions! The pot was stirred up with the grand prize crossing over the $200 million threshold ($208 million). And, if you’re a lover of Pattern encores, Friday was the night for you!

General Lottery Analysis

The {2-1-1-1-1} Pattern decided that November 27th wasn’t enough and decided to come back for more! With winning numbers 25, 28, 40, 43, 63, and MB 19, this Pattern made its 180th appearance.

Finishing November the way it started. Source: lotterytrend-megamillions.com

Of the 415 Mega Millions drawings so far, this Pattern has played in 43.4% of them. Not only was the {2-1-1-1-1} Pattern the last Pattern of the month, it was also the first! The first November sighting this year was on the 2nd.

The [2-1-1-1-1] General Order made its 50th appearance and has now played in 27.8% of the 180 drawings where {2-1-1-1-1} was the winning Pattern. When taking all 415 drawings into consideration, this General Order has played roughly 12% of the time.

Now with fourteen appearances, the 0 2 1 1 1 1 Specific Order has played in 28% of the 50 drawings where [2-1-1-1-1] was the General Order. This Specific Order has also played in 7.78% of the 180 drawings where the winning Pattern was {2-1-1-1-1}. Finally, when taking all 415 drawings into consideration, this Specific Order has played 3.37% of the time.

Prior to Friday night, both the [2-1-1-1-1] General Order and the 0 2 1 1 1 1 Specific Order played on October 9th, 2018.

Three-Number Combination(s)

Nestled in the {2-1-1-1-1} Pattern encore was the lone Three-Number Combination 25, 40, and 43!

Resting at the bottom. Source: lotterytrend-megamillions.com.

This Combination made its debut on September 23rd, 2014.

There’s only one month left, and that Mega Millions jackpot will either be the prize to be won for Christmas or the beast that rings in the new year. Back in the present, the {2-1-1-1-1} Pattern is infamous for its Pattern streaks. Could one be established in Tuesday’s drawing?

Encore Mischief and a Pattern Streak Derailed

November was a quieter month than October, that’s for sure! Still, the month gifted us with healthy, robust jackpots. With no grand prize winners, the jackpots for Lotto Texas and Powerball are now $7 million and $183 million, respectively. For those of you out there who love Pattern streaks, Powerball obliged with its {2-1-1-1-1} Pattern. With five consecutive appearances, a six-peat was all but certain, right?

Not quite. November 28, 2018 saw the end of that Pattern streak. Meanwhile, Lotto Texas ended the month with a Pattern encore.

Lotto Texas

General Lottery Analysis

The {3-2-1} Pattern encore was thanks to winning numbers 1, 2, 4, 20, 30, and 37. This Pattern has now played 843 times.

The {3-2-1} Pattern stays on top. Source: lotterytrend.com.

Of the 1607 Lotto Texas drawings, this Pattern has played 52.5% of the time and was last seen November 24, 2018.

Now with 153 appearances, the 3 2 1 Specific Order has played in 18.1% of the 843 drawings where {3-2-1} was the winning Pattern. When taking all 1607 drawings into consideration, this Specific Order has played 9.52% of the time. Prior to Wednesday night, the 3 2 1 Specific Order played on October 31, 2018.

Four-Number Combination(s)

The lone repeating Four-Number Combination of the evening was 1, 20, 30, and 37.

A repeating Four-Number Combination for company. Source: lotterytrend.com.

This Combination made its debut on July 30, 2011.

Powerball

General Lottery Analysis

The {2-1-1-1-1} Pattern streak was derailed by the 67th appearance of the {3-1-1-1} Pattern. The winning numbers were 4, 19, 59, 68, 69, and PB 21.

A streak deferred. Source: lotterytrend-powerball.com.

Given the 329 Powerball drawings, this Pattern has played 20.4% of the time and was last seen on November 3, 2018.

The [1-1-3-1] General Order made its 32nd appearance and has now played in 47.8% of the 67 drawings where {3-1-1-1} was the winning Pattern. When taking all 329 drawings into consideration, this General Order has played 9.73% of the time. Prior to Wednesday night, the [1-1-3-1] General Order played on October 24, 2018.

Now with four appearances, the 1 1 0 0 3 1 Specific Order has played in 12.5% of the 32 drawings where the General order was [1-1-3-1]. This Specific Order has also played in 5.97% of the 67 drawings where {3-1-1-1} was the winning Pattern. Finally, when taking all 329 drawings into consideration, this Specific Order has played 1.22% of the time. We last saw the 1 1 0 0 3 1 Specific Order on December 20, 2017.

Three-Number Combination(s)

As if derailing a Pattern streak wasn’t enough, there was also a repeating Three-Number Combination!

  • 4, 68, PB 21
With a side of repeating Three-Number Combination. Source: lotterytrend-powerball.com.

This Combination made its debut in the July 5, 2017 drawing.

Lotto Texas and Powerball have the joint honor of ringing in December. Will Saturday night see a {3-2-1} Pattern streak be established in Lotto Texas?

Pre-Thanksgiving Flashbacks

Christmas is right around the corner. With decorations, parties, and other festivities, no wonder it’s called the most wonderful time of the year! Now, if you’re the type who thinks, “November 27th is too early to think about Christmas!” you’re not alone.

Mega Millions thought so, too. Not only that, but the jackpot over there ballooned to $190 million.

General Lottery Analysis

With winning numbers 12, 24, 37, 42, 57, and MB 18, the {2-1-1-1-1} Pattern has now played 179 times.

A subtle taste of the previous week. Source: lotterytrend-megamillions.com.

Given the 414 Mega Millions drawings to date, this Pattern has played 43.2% of the time.

The [1-1-2-1-1] General Order made its 48th appearance and has now played in 26.8% of the 179 drawings where {2-1-1-1-1} was the winning Pattern. When taking all 414 drawings into consideration, this General Order has played 11.6% of the time.

Now with nine appearances, the 1 1 2 0 1 1 Specific Order has played in 18.75% of the 48th drawings where the General Order was [1-1-2-1-1]. This Specific Order has also played in 5.03% of the 179 drawings where {2-1-1-1-1} was the winning Pattern. Finally, when taking all 414 drawings into consideration, this Specific Order has played in 2.17% of them.

The {2-1-1-1-1} Pattern, [1-1-2-1-1] General Order, and 1 1 2 0 1 1 Specific Order all played together November 20, 2018. That was just two days before Thanksgiving!

Three-Number Combination(s)

The lone repeating Three-Number Combination was 24, 37, 42.

Going even further back. Source: lotterytrend-megamillions.com.

Its debut was even further back: October 7, 2016.

Will the month end with a {2-1-1-1-1} Pattern encore, or even another playback, in Friday’s drawing?

‘Tis the (Lottery) Season!

Yet another Thanksgiving holiday is coming to an end, and we’ll all be back to the daily grind of work and school soon enough. As we say goodbye to one holiday, we welcome what may be, no, is the most popular holiday. Christmas!!!

Lotto Texas and Powerball provided pre-Christmas goodies in the form of rising jackpots. With no grand prize winners November 24, 2018, their respective prizes rose to $6.75 million and $175 million. Powerball had another goody, but we’ll get to that in a moment.

Lotto Texas

General Lottery Analysis

With winning numbers 17, 22, 25, 33, 45, and 52, the {3-2-1} Pattern made its 842nd appearance.

Subtlety is key. Source: lotterytrend.com.

Of the 1606 Lotto Texas drawings, this Pattern has played 52.4% of the time and previously played November 7, 2018.

Now with 128 appearances, the 1 3 2 Specific Order has played in 15.2% of the 842 drawings where {3-2-1} was the winning Pattern. When taking all 1606 drawings into consideration, this Specific Order has played 7.97% of the time. Prior to Saturday night, the 1 3 2 Specific Order played on October 17, 2018.

Four-Number Combination(s)

The lone repeating Four-Number Combination of the evening was 17, 22, 25, and 45.

Debuted nearly seven years ago! Source: lotterytrend.com.

This Combination is special as this was the one that said “Sayonara” to 2011! That is, it debuted on December 31, 2011.

Powerball

General Lottery Analysis

The {2-1-1-1-1} made its 119th appearance with winning numbers 11, 33, 51, 56, 58, and PB 18. This Pattern has now played five times in a row. Talk about another pre-Christmas goody!

The {2-1-1-1-1} Pattern streak continues! Source: lotterytrend-powerball.com.

Given that there have been 328 Powerball drawings, this Pattern has played 36.3% of the time and was last seen November 21, 2018.

The [1-1-2-1-1] General Order made its 21st appearance and has now played in 17.6% of the 119 drawings where {2-1-1-1-1} was the winning Pattern. This Specific Order has also played in 6.40% of all 328 drawings. We last saw the [1-1-2-1-1] General Order on October 31, 2018.

Now with four appearances, the 1 0 1 2 1 1 Specific Order has played in 19% of the 21 drawings where the General Order was [1-1-2-1-1]. This Specific Order has also played in 3.36% of the 119 drawings where {2-1-1-1-1} was the winning Pattern. Finally, when taking all 328 drawings into consideration, this Specific Order has played 1.22% of the time. We last saw the 1 0 1 2 1 1 Specific Order on July 22, 2017.

Three-Number Combination(s)

There were no repeating Three-Number Combinations this time.

Even though we’re now ankle deep in the holiday season, there’s still one week left in November. Will the month end with a long {2-1-1-1-1} Pattern streak in Powerball? Could {3-2-1} in Lotto Texas get in on the Pattern streak action?

The 23rd Day Was for Resting

Friday is perhaps the most cherished day of the week. That, no doubt, is probably due to it being the end of the work week for many.

November 23, 2018 wasn’t just any Friday, though. It was Black Friday! For those who thought it was still too early to think about Christmas, there was college football, movies, and leftovers. Mega Millions observed a tradition that tends to get overlooked in this helter-skelter world. Other than the grand prize climbing to a robust $172 million, this lottery opted to rest.

General Lottery Analysis

With winning numbers 7, 10, 30, 33, 59, and MB 23, the {2-2-1-1} Pattern made its 117th appearance.

Continuing the trend of a quiet month. Source: lotterytrend-megamillions.com.

Of the 413 Mega Millions drawings, this Pattern has played 28.3% of the time and was last seen on November 9, 2018.

The [2-2-1-1] General Order made its 39th appearance and has now played in 33.33% of the 117 drawings where {2-2-1-1} was the winning Pattern. When taking all 413 drawings into consideration, this General Order has played 9.44% of the time. Prior to Friday night, the [2-2-1-1] General Order played on October 20, 2018.

Now with six appearances, the 2 0 2 0 1 1 Specific Order has played in 15.4% of the 39 drawings where [2-2-1-1] was the General Order. This Specific Order has also played in 5.13% of the 117 drawings where the winning Pattern was {2-2-1-1}. Finally, when taking all 413 drawings into consideration, this Specific Order has played 1.45% of the time. We last saw the 2 0 2 0 1 1 Specific Order on April 13, 2018.

Three-Number Combination(s)

There were no repeating Three-Number Combinations this time around.

“Rest” has been the theme for Mega Millions this month, and Black Friday wasn’t much different. There’s only one week left in November. With the Christmas holiday season started, it’s possible that something big may be on the horizon. Could a {2-2-1-1} Pattern encore be in store Tuesday night?

The Playback and Encore Side Dishes

Whether you’re in Bermuda shorts in Honolulu or wearing long johns in New York City, Lottery Binge wants to wish all our U.S. readers a Happy Thanksgiving! If you don’t fill up on turkey, at least fill up on the desserts!

Thanksgiving Eve can be one of the most frustrating days of the year. Whether trapped in traffic or rushing to the store for last-minute items, frustration levels may rival those of the big day itself! Thankfully, neither Lotto Texas nor Powerball get stuck in traffic. Nor do they need to bake in an oven for several hours.

November 21st continued the “busy-ness” of Lotto Texas and Powerball. They more than proved that repeating Four and Three-Number Combinations are just one way to generate excitement. Jackpots that rose to $6.5 million and $155 million, respectively, were another. Lotto Texas took the playback route, whereas Powerball took the Path of the Pattern Encore.

Lotto Texas

General Lottery Analysis

With winning numbers 17, 24, 39, 43, 45, and 53, the {4-1-1} Pattern made its 174th appearance.

The numbers responsible for a playback! Source: lotterytrend.com.

Given that there have been 1605 Lotto Texas drawings, this Pattern has played 10.8% of the time.

Now with 60 appearances, the 1 1 4 Specific Order has played in 34.5% of the 174 drawings where {4-1-1} was the winning Pattern. When taking all 1605 drawings into consideration, this Specific Order has played 3.74% of the time.

Both the {4-1-1} Pattern and the 1 1 4 Specific Order previously played on November 10, 2018!

Four-Number Combination(s)

There were no repeating Four-Number Combinations Wednesday night.

Powerball

General Lottery Analysis

Powerball was buzzworthy in two ways. Not only did the jackpot rise to a value that ties (yes, ties) with Mega Millions, the {2-1-1-1-1} Pattern played for the fourth time in a row! The 118th appearance of the Pattern was thanks to winning numbers 7, 14, 23, 38, 55, and PB 18.

The numbers responsible for a jackpot rise! Source: lotterytrend-powerball.com.

Of the 327 Powerball drawings, the {2-1-1-1-1} Pattern has played in 36.1% of them.

With 32 appearances, the [2-1-1-1-1] General Order has now played in 27.1% of the 118 drawings where {2-1-1-1-1} was the winning Pattern. When taking all 327 drawings into consideration, this General Order has played 9.79% of the time.

Prior to Wednesday night, both the {2-1-1-1-1} Pattern and the [2-1-1-1-1] General Order were seen on November 17, 2018.

Now with seven appearances, the 2 1 1 1 0 1 Specific Order has played in 21.875% of the 32 drawings where the General Order was [2-1-1-1-1]. This Specific Order has also played in 5.93% of the 118 drawings where {2-1-1-1-1} was the winning Pattern and in 2.14% of all 327 drawings. The 2 1 1 1 0 1 Specific Order previously played on a holiday! More specifically, July 4, 2018.

Three-Number Combination(s)

No repeating Three-Number Combinations were to be found this time.

With Thanksgiving coming early this year, it’s easy to forget that there’s still another week left. The start of the Christmas shopping season being the day after doesn’t help. The grand prizes for Lotto Texas and Powerball will make excellent Christmas presents for who ever wins them! Will these grand prizes rise again Saturday night with another Lotto Texas playback or a {2-1-1-1-1} Pattern five-peat in Powerball?

The 2018 Mega Millions Pre-Thanksgiving Special

Thanksgiving is upon us!

(Remember Thanksgiving?)

When we think of this holiday, we think of turkey, potatoes, pie, football, and of course, Mega Millions! Think about that last one for a second. Mega Millions drawings take place before, and right after, Thanksgiving. It’s obviously associated with the holiday!

Mega Millions didn’t take the quiet route November 20th. An appearance of its most common Pattern, among other things, propelled the grand prize to $155 million.

General Lottery Analysis

With winning numbers 10, 16, 31, 42, 66, and MB 10, the {2-1-1-1-1} Pattern has now played 178 times.

Waking up with the {2-1-1-1-1} Pattern. Source: lotterytrend-megamillions.com.

Of the 412 Mega Millions drawings, this Pattern has played 43.2% of the time and was last seen November 6th, 2018.

With its 47th appearance, the [1-1-2-1-1] General Order has now played in 26.4% of the 178 drawings where {2-1-1-1-1} was the winning Pattern. When taking all 412 drawings into consideration, this General Order has played 11.4% of the time. Prior to Tuesday night, the [1-1-2-1-1] General Order played August 31st, 2018.

Now with eight appearances, the 1 1 2 0 1 1 Specific Order has played in 17.0% of the 47 drawings where the General Order was [1-1-2-1-1]. This Specific Order has played in 4.49% of the 178 drawings where {2-1-1-1-1} was the winning Pattern and in 1.94% of all 412 drawings. The 1 1 2 0 1 1 Specific Order previously played on December 5th, 2017.

Three Number Combination(s)

For the first time in two weeks, there were repeating Three-Number Combinations! Two, to be precise:

  • 10, 31, MB 10 (Debuted March 4th, 2014)
  • 10, 31, 66 (Debuted December 23rd, 2014)
Bunched together! Source: lotterytrend-megamillions.com.

Will Mega Millions start the Christmas season with a {2-1-1-1-1} Pattern encore and then some, or will it resume its slumber Black Friday?

The Powerball Three-Peat Special

November 17th belonged to Powerball, thanks to a Pattern three-peat! This helped propel the grand prize to $139 million. But first, we’re going to look at everyone’s favorite unassuming, plucky lottery Lotto Texas. There wasn’t a Pattern encore there, but the grand prize rose to a humble, respectable $6.25 million.

Lotto Texas

General Lottery Analysis

With winning numbers 2, 5, 8, 10, 31, and 36, the {4-2} Pattern made its 173rd appearance.

Keeping up the image of a quiet, humble lottery. Source: lotterytrend.com.

Of the 1604 Lotto Texas drawings, this Pattern has played 10.8% of the time. The {4-2} Pattern was last seen October 6th, 2018.

Now with 36 appearances, the 4 2 0 Specific Order has played in 20.8% of the 173 drawings where {4-2} was the winning Pattern. This Specific Order has also played in 2.24% of all 1604 drawings. Prior to Saturday night, the 4 2 0 Specific Order played in the June 9th, 2018 drawing.

Four-Number Combination(s)

This uncommonly seen Pattern was not accompanied by repeating Four-Number Combinations.

Powerball

General Lottery Analysis

The {2-1-1-1-1} Pattern three-peat was thanks to winning numbers 6, 8, 20, 52, 68, and PB 5, bringing the number of appearances up to 117.

A Pattern streak for {2-1-1-1-1}. Source: lotterytrend-powerball.com.

Given that there have been 326 Powerball drawings to date, this Pattern has played 35.9% of the time.

The [2-1-1-1-1] General Order made its 31st appearance and has now played in 26.5% of the 117 drawings where {2-1-1-1-1} was the winning Pattern. When taking all 326 drawings into consideration, this General Order has played 9.51% of the time. We last saw the [2-1-1-1-1] General Order on October 13th, 2018.

Now with six appearances, the 2 1 0 1 1 1 Specific Order has played in 19.4% of the 31 drawings where [2-1-1-1-1] was the General Order of the evening. This Specific Order has also played in 5.13% of the 117 drawings where {2-1-1-1-1} was the winning Pattern, and in 1.84% of all 326 drawings. The 2 1 0 1 1 1 Specific Order previously played on December 27th, 2017.

Three-Number Combination(s)

Not only was there a Pattern three-peat, Powerball seized the night with two repeating Three-Number Combinations!

Cementing the night for Powerball! Source: lotterytrend-powerball.com.

Thanksgiving is fast approaching, and what better than Lotto Texas and Powerball to kick off the long weekend? Will the {2-1-1-1-1} Pattern go for the “four-peat” Wednesday night, and will Lotto Texas continue to have fun with uncommonly-seen Patterns?