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May 12, 2023North Carolina

On Friday night, May 12, 2023, the Mega Millions draw in North Carolina produced a notable return: 01 02 23 40 45 after days of absence. Against an expected cadence of 1 in 12,103,014 draws, the gap registers as a clear deviation in timing that merits documentation in the historical record.

Winning numbers for 1 draw on May 12, 2023 in North Carolina.

Draw times: Evening.

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May 12, 2023

Mega Millions report — Friday night, May 12, 2023: 01 02 23 40 45 shows a notable pattern

On Friday night, May 12, 2023, the Mega Millions draw in North Carolina produced a notable return: 01 02 23 40 45 after days of absence. Against an expected cadence of 1 in 12,103,014 draws, the gap registers as a clear deviation in timing that merits documentation in the historical record.

Overview

On Friday night, May 12, 2023, the Mega Millions draw in North Carolina produced a notable return: 01 02 23 40 45 after days of absence. Against an expected cadence of 1 in 12,103,014 draws, the gap registers as a clear deviation in timing that merits documentation in the historical record.

Combo Profile

As a number pattern, 01 02 23 40 45 uses 5 distinct numbers and a wide spread from 1 to 45.

Why Droughts Matter

Long gaps remain descriptive, not forward-looking - they highlight the tail behavior of the system. They help analysts track drift against expected cadence.

Data Notes

Specifically: this analysis summarizes the results logged for Friday night, May 12, 2023 with reference to historical frequency baselines. It is intended for context, not forecasting.

From Stepzero

Importantly: this series is meant to keep the record consistent over time as context for disciplined analysis. The aim is a trustworthy record.

Additional Context

Distribution analysis depends on consistent documentation. Each draw updates the record, allowing analysts to test whether deviations persist, reverse, or revert to expected ranges.

Distribution analysis depends on consistent documentation. Each draw updates the record, allowing analysts to test whether deviations persist, reverse, or revert to expected ranges.

Long-horizon measurement matters most when viewed across extended windows. As samples expand, the distribution becomes clearer and anomalies settle into their expected ranges.

Adding to the Long-Term Record

With its return, 01 02 23 40 45 contributes another meaningful data point to the historical dataset. Each draw - whether routine or statistically unusual - refines the long-term view of how large random systems behave over time.

1Recorded appearances

Draw Results

EveningMay 12, 2023
Results
12234045
Mega Ball
15
Megaplier
3

How to play Mega Millions

North Carolina Mega Millions players select five numbers from 1 through 70 and one Mega Ball from 1 through 24 for the Tuesday and Friday multi-state drawings.

  • Select five numbers from 1 through 70 and one Mega Ball number from 1 through 24, or choose Quick Pick.
  • Confirm the draw date on your ticket and any official multiplier rules in effect for the current game era.
  • Compare your ticket to the official winning numbers after the drawing.