Mega Millions jackpot climbs to $193 million for Sept. 8 drawing

The Mega Millions jackpot climbed to $193 million ahead of the Tuesday, Sept. 8, drawing, with a cash value of $82.8 million.

If someone were to win on Tuesday, they’d have two options: take a one-time, lump-sum cash payment or receive an immediate payment followed by annual checks, each 5% larger than the previous year.

The last time someone won Mega Millions was on July 28, when a Florida player took home a staggering $800 million jackpot with a cash value of $344.2 million. According to Florida lottery officials, the winning ticket was sold at a Wawa in Bradenton, Florida.

With Tuesday’s Mega Millions drawing only hours away, here is what you need to know.

USA TODAY will post the winning numbers for Tuesday’s Mega Millions lottery after the drawing at 11 p.m. ET

The next Mega Millions drawing is scheduled for Friday, Sept. 11, at 11 p.m. ET.

To play the Mega Millions, you have to buy a ticket. You can do this at several locations, including your local convenience store, gas station, or even grocery store.

In some states, Mega Millions tickets can be bought online.

Once you have your ticket, you need to pick six numbers. Five…

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