Powerball Jackpot Climbs Again: Winning Numbers, Deadline & Expert Tips for Tonight’s Draw

Wednesday’s Powerball Results Leave Jackpot at $120 Million Ahead of Saturday’s Draw Latest drawing recap • Draw date: Wednesday, March 18 2026 • Winning numbers: 14 – 18 – 19 – 21 – 69 and Powerball 1 • Winners: No ticket matched all six numbers; one New York ticket hit Match 5 to claim $1 million How big is the next Powerball jackpot? Because the top prize rolled over, Saturday night’s (March 21) jackpot is estimated at $120 million, or $54.6 million for the lump-sum cash option. The pot reset earlier this month when an Arkansas player snagged a $251 million grand prize on March 2. Recent Powerball milestones • March 2 2026 – $251 million winning ticket sold in Arkansas (cash value $117.7 million). • Oct 2023 – Record $2.04 billion jackpot won in California. How to play and boost your chances 1. Pick five white-ball numbers (1–69) plus one red Powerball (1–26). 2. Add Power Play for an extra $1 to multiply non-jackpot prizes up to 10× when the advertised jackpot is under $150 million. 3. Overall odds of winning any prize are 1 in 24.9; jackpot odds are 1 in 292.2 million. Ticket-buying deadlines by state Sales cut off 59 minutes before the 10:59 p.m. ET drawing in most jurisdictions, but some states close sales earlier. Check local lottery rules to avoid missing out. Tax snapshot • Federal withholding: 24 % upfront; additional taxes may apply. • State taxes: range from 0 % (e.g., Florida, Texas) to over 8 % in some states. Consult a tax professional before claiming a large prize. What to do if you win Sign the back of the ticket, take photos for records, store it in a secure place, and contact a financial adviser before heading to the lottery office. Key dates to remember • Next draw: Saturday, March 21 2026 • Ticket cutoff: Varies by state; play early to avoid lines. Bottom line With $120 million on the line and Power Play multipliers in effect, Saturday’s Powerball draw is set to attract millions of hopefuls. Whether you’re chasing the jackpot or a smaller tier prize, double-check your numbers after the drawing and play responsibly.