Powerball Jackpot Remains Untouched, Rolls Over to $44 Million

The elusive Powerball jackpot continues to grow, reaching an estimated $44 million for the upcoming Saturday, May 3rd drawing. Lottery enthusiasts across the nation held their breath on Wednesday, April 30th, hoping to snag the grand prize, but luck was not on their side as no one matched all the required numbers.

For those dreaming of instant wealth, Saturday’s drawing presents another opportunity. If a lucky player manages to match all five white ball numbers and the red Powerball, they will have the option of claiming the jackpot as a single lump-sum cash payment of approximately $20.2 million.

The year 2025 has already witnessed three Powerball jackpot winners, sparking hope and excitement among players. The most recent win occurred on April 26th, when a fortunate individual from Kentucky claimed a substantial prize of $167.3 million. Prior to that, on March 29th, a second winner emerged, matching all six Powerball numbers and securing a staggering $527 million. The year began with a bang on January 18th, when a lucky player in Oregon held the first jackpot-winning Powerball ticket of 2025, pocketing a massive $328.5 million.

As anticipation mounted for the Saturday, May 3rd drawing, players eagerly awaited the announcement of the winning numbers. The numbers drawn were 10, 21, 23, 35, and 65, with the red Powerball being 24. The Power Play multiplier for the drawing was 2X.

Unfortunately, the Saturday, May 3rd drawing resulted in no jackpot winners, and also no winners for the Match 5 + Power Play $2 million prize, nor for the Match 5 $1 million prize.

Lottery numbers and related information are brought to you by Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network. For a complete list of previous Powerball winners and additional details, you can visit the official lottery website through the link provided.

The next Powerball drawing is scheduled for Monday, May 5th, shortly after 11 p.m. Eastern Time.

How to Play Powerball

Participating in the Powerball lottery is relatively simple. A ticket costs $2, and you can purchase it at various locations, including convenience stores, gas stations, and grocery stores. In select states, online ticket purchases are also available.

Once you have your ticket, the next step is to choose your numbers. You will need to select five white ball numbers, ranging from 1 to 69, and one red Powerball number, ranging from 1 to 26.

For those seeking to potentially increase their non-jackpot winnings, the "Power Play" option is available for an additional $1. The Power Play multiplier can multiply winnings by 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X, or even 10X, depending on the multiplier drawn.

If you prefer a more random approach or feel uncertain about choosing your own numbers, the "Quick Pick" option allows the computer to generate a set of random numbers for your Powerball ticket.

To win the coveted jackpot, players must successfully match all five white ball numbers in any order, as well as the red Powerball number.

Powerball drawings are held three times a week, on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday nights. If no one wins the jackpot during a particular drawing, the cash prize rolls over, continuing to increase for subsequent drawings.

Tickets can be purchased at a wide range of locations, including gas stations, convenience stores, and grocery stores. Some airport terminals may also offer lottery ticket sales.

Online Powerball Ticket Purchases

For added convenience, you can also order Powerball tickets online through Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network. Jackpocket is currently available in the following U.S. states and territories: Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Puerto Rico, Washington D.C., and West Virginia.

The Jackpocket app allows you to select your preferred lottery game, choose your numbers, place your order, view your ticket, and claim your winnings, all from the comfort of your phone or home computer.

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Fernando Cervantes Jr. is a trending news reporter for USA TODAY.