$2.9 Million Pick 6 on the Line in New Jersey — Cash 5 Posts $216K Results for Feb. 17, 2026

• ⚡ New Jersey Lottery Daily Quick Report & Payout Info
• Winning Numbers: Cash 5 drew 5-8-14-27-43; Pick 6 drew 4-12-22-37-39-42 (Double Play: 20-21-29-31-32-34).
• Jackpot Status: Not confirmed in the data feed
• Drawing Time: Varies by game — check the official lottery site.
• Payout Info: Prize tiers vary — see official rules; below is pattern analysis.
• TrendPick AI Insight: Both games showed wide number coverage with heavy “teens-to-40s” weight and minimal clustering.

For Tuesday, February 17, 2026, New Jersey Lottery Daily results in this feed include Cash 5 (5-8-14-27-43) and Pick 6 (4-12-22-37-39-42), plus Pick 6 Double Play (20-21-29-31-32-34). The advertised jackpot amounts in the data are $216,000 for Cash 5 and $2.9 Million for Pick 6, but jackpot status is not confirmed in the data feed.

New Jersey Lottery Daily lottery results – Tuesday, February 17, 2026

New Jersey Cash 5 results

Let’s talk about the money first: the Cash 5 top prize listed in today’s feed is $216,000—the kind of “stop-what-you’re-doing” cash that can wipe out a car note, pad an emergency fund, or become a solid cash lump sum plan (after taxes and smart choices). Your winning combination:

58142743

New Jersey Pick 6 results (plus Double Play)

Now the headline-grabber: $2.9 Million is the Pick 6 jackpot amount shown in the raw data—real life-changing money for anyone holding the right lucky ticket. Just remember: Jackpot status: not confirmed in the feed, so we’re sticking to what the data explicitly provides.

Pick 6:

41222373942

Pick 6 Double Play:

202129313234

Double Play is where players often swing for a second chance at a prize tier—because sometimes the “extra draw” is the one that makes the night.

New Jersey Lottery Daily pattern watch – Cash 5 & Pick 6 (Feb. 17, 2026)

Cash 5: a steady climb from low to high

Cash 5 landed on a clean spread: 5, 8, 14 down low, then a jump to 27, and a final push to 43. That’s the kind of distribution that lottery analysts love to dissect because it avoids the “all-low” or “all-high” look. With a range of 38, today’s set covered plenty of territory—an important reminder that odds don’t care about your favorite corner of the number board.

Any consecutive numbers? None. That can feel “rare,” but it’s not unusual—consecutive pairs come and go, and they don’t make a draw more or less legitimate. What stands out more is the three-odd, two-even mix—classic, stable, and exactly the type of blend that shows up constantly in random results.

Pick 6: late-game power with the 30s and 40s

Pick 6 brought a two-part story: 4-12-22 sets the table, then the draw slams the gas with 37-39-42. That’s a top-heavy finish, and it explains the sum of 156, which is on the higher side for six numbers.

Also notable: a 4-even, 2-odd split. Not a shocker, not a red flag—just one of the many normal shapes randomness can take. If you’re scanning for patterns to build a future ticket, treat this as a reminder that “even-heavy” nights happen, just like “odd-heavy” nights do.

The **TrendPick AI Engine** detected a shared signature across both primary games: wide coverage (range 38) and a tendency to finish strong with higher numbers—Cash 5 ending at 43, Pick 6 ending at 42. It’s not predictive, but it is a useful snapshot for players tracking distribution over time.

Double Play: clustering shows up here

The Double Play line is where the draw finally got a little “bunchy.” Look at the tight packs: 20-21 and 31-32—two consecutive pairs in one set. That’s the kind of pattern that makes players say, “Of course!” and then race to check their slips again.

But keep it grounded: consecutive numbers are fully random outcomes, and they don’t change future odds. Still, from a pattern lens, Double Play was more condensed in feel than the main Pick 6—even though we weren’t provided full stat metrics for it in the feed.

What to do next in New Jersey – tickets, claim center steps, and smart expectations (Feb. 17, 2026)

Check your ticket carefully—then check it again

If you played tonight, match every digit in order and confirm you’re looking at the correct draw (Cash 5 vs. Pick 6 vs. Double Play). Different prize tier rules can mean the difference between “nice dinner money” and a truly serious payout. And if you’re fortunate enough to have a big win, read the official guidance on identification, deadlines, and the nearest claim center procedures before you do anything else.

Cash lump sum thinking: plan before you celebrate

New Jersey prizes can come with real tax implications, and players often talk about “cash lump sum” choices in the broader lottery world. Whether your win is modest or massive, the best move is the same: pause, document your ticket, and get professional advice if the amount is significant.

Want to sharpen your approach for the next draw?

Analyze your strategy for the next draw with TrendPick AI for these games on NichebrAI—start with the dedicated hubs for New Jersey Cash 5 and New Jersey Pick 6. And if you also play national or neighboring options, you can compare patterns and pacing with tools like Powerball Pro, Mega Millions Pro, or even regional trackers such as Pennsylvania Cash 5.

Because here’s the truth: the odds are always the odds. But better discipline—consistent budgeting, realistic expectations, and solid record-keeping—can make the experience cleaner, calmer, and a whole lot more fun.

Responsible play note: Lottery games are 18+ where legal. Set a budget, treat play as entertainment, and don’t chase losses. If gambling stops being fun, take a break and seek help locally.