Playing Powerball is straightforward, and with a $398 million jackpot for March 17, 2025 (cash option: $185.7 million), here's everything you need to know.

Winning Numbers for March 17, 2025: 11 – 18 – 23 – 38 – 60 Powerball: 9 Power Play: 2x

Drawing Schedule: Drawings occur three times weekly at 10:59 PM ET on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.

How to Play:

• Cost: $2 per ticket
• Choose 5 numbers (1-69)
• Pick 1 Powerball number (1-26)
• Optional: Add Power Play for $1 extra to multiply non-jackpot winnings

Where to Buy Tickets:

• Gas stations
• Convenience stores
• Grocery stores
• Airport terminals (select states)
• Online via Jackpocket app (available in Arizona, New York, Texas, New Jersey)

Prize Odds and Amounts:

• Jackpot (Match all 6): 1 in 292 million
• Match 5: $1 million
• Match 4 + Powerball: $50,000
• Match 4: $100
• Match 3 + Powerball: $100
• Match 3: $7
• Match 2 + Powerball: $7
• Match 1 + Powerball: $4
• Powerball only: $4

Winning Options:

1. Lump Sum: Immediate payout ($185.7 million before taxes)
2. Annuity: Full amount over 30 years, payments increase 5% annually

Anonymity varies by state - check local regulations before claiming. The next drawing is scheduled for March 20, 2025, with an even larger jackpot expected.

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