I had trouble finding reliable historical data. I didn't trust anybody that compiled the data, as they all had different results, and the powerball set of numbe

I had trouble finding reliable historical data. I didn't trust anybody that compiled the data, as they all had different results, and the powerball set of number has slowly expanded over the years. I think it's reasonable that some numbers are more likely. Either by their initial placement or by subtle effects of aerodynamics and weight of the painted numbers. That said I think it's a little absurd to choose numbers. Like it actually matters. Just get computer picks. It's the best chance to not split the pot, assuming a fair computer. Unrelated: I don't think it makes much sense to buy more than one ticket. The EV is still slightly less than the cost of the ticket and after the initial ticket you cannot boost you odds again like that. Even with positive EV it's still insanely high variance, so I don't see how multiplying your odds makes any difference, compared to raising your odds from zero which your initial ticket does.