Arizona Lottery players eagerly checked their tickets after the October 12, 2024 drawings for both Powerball and The Pick, two of the most popular lottery games in the state. With massive jackpots on the line, many participants hoped to strike it lucky in these exciting games.
Powerball Winning Numbers
For the Powerball drawing held on October 12, 2024, the winning numbers were 12, 25, 37, 42, 48, and the Powerball number was 16. The Power Play multiplier was 2x. The Powerball jackpot was an impressive $364 million, but even if no one hit the jackpot, there were multiple prize tiers available, ranging from $4 to millions of dollars.
The Pick Winning Numbers
In addition to Powerball, The Pick drawing also took place on October 12, 2024. The winning numbers for The Pick were 3, 9, 17, 22, 29, and 34. The Pick is Arizona’s state-specific lottery game, with a rolling jackpot that increases until someone matches all six numbers. The Pick offers players great odds and affordable ticket prices at just $1 per play.
What’s Next?
With the Powerball jackpot continuing to grow, the next drawing on October 16, 2024, will offer players another chance at an even bigger prize. The Pick jackpot also rolls over, offering Arizona residents more chances to win big.
FAQ’s:
How do I play Powerball?
In Powerball, you select five numbers from 1 to 69 and one Powerball number from 1 to 26. Tickets cost $2 per play, with the option to add Power Play for $1 to multiply non-jackpot prizes.
How do I play The Pick?
For The Pick, choose six numbers from 1 to 44. Tickets cost $1, and the jackpot rolls over until someone matches all six numbers.
When are the drawings for Powerball and The Pick?
Powerball drawings are held every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 PM ET. The Pick drawings take place every Wednesday and Saturday.
What is the Power Play option in Powerball?
Power Play multiplies non-jackpot prizes by 2x to 5x, or even 10x when the jackpot is under $150 million, for an additional $1 per play.
What are the odds of winning Powerball and The Pick?
The odds of winning the Powerball jackpot are 1 in 292.2 million. The odds of winning The Pick jackpot are significantly better at 1 in 7 million.
