Powerball, Mega Millions Jackpots Over $500 Million Combined

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Lottery players have dreams of big wins right before Christmas. Tonight’s Mega Millions is at $284 million and tomorrow’s Powerball stands at $262 million. Jeff Holyfield with the Michigan Lottery says it’s rare to see big jackpots together this soon before the holidays.

“This is a double opportunity for players, as you’re talking a $2 play for both games gives you the chance to be a multi-millionaire for the holidays or if you’re going to give a gift, give them $2 and say ‘I wanted to make you a multi-millionaire, so here’s your chance.’”

Holyfield says the bigger the jackpot gets, the more excited people become to play the game, and the faster the prizes grow with more people buying tickets.