This page explores how often drawn numbers appear close together or in consecutive sequences. It helps us see whether number grouping occurs as expected in a random lottery environment.

Last 75 draws
From May. 28, 2025 To Nov. 19, 2025

Histogram of Number Clustering

The histogram of number clustering measures the typical spacing between consecutive numbers in lotto draws. Each bin represents a range of average gaps, showing whether numbers tend to cluster closely together or spread evenly across the draw. This histogram helps analysts detect patterns in number spacing, complementing other perspectives such as sums and ranges.

The histogram of average gaps between consecutive numbers in lotto draws reveals that the most frequent gap interval is 9-10 with 23 occurrences, suggesting a strong clustering in this interval. In contrast, the least frequent gap interval is 1-2 with 0 occurrences, showing it is rarely observed. This indicates a noticeable concentration of draws around certain gap intervals. Overall, the distribution shows clustering around specific gap intervals, indicating that draws tend to gravitate toward these values.

Format Changes in Lotto Texas

Since it started on November 7, 1992, the game has undergone several format changes:

Period Format Bonus Ball
Nov 7, 1992 6 numbers out of 54 None.
May 7, 2003 5 numbers out of 54 1
Apr 22, 2006 6 numbers out of 54 None/Dropped

Initially introduced as a traditional 6/54 matrix game. In May 2003, the game shifted to a bonus-ball format, where players selected five (5) main numbers plus one (1) bonus number, significantly altering the odds and prize structure. However, this format was short-lived; by April 22, 2006, Lotto Texas reverted to its original 6/54 format, eliminating the bonus ball and simplifying the game again.

How Lotto Texas Format Changes Affect Your Number Strategy.

These format changes have a direct impact on statistical analysis. Mixing frequency data across different formats is not advisable because each version of the game has a different number pool and probability structure.

For example, a number that appeared frequently in the 5/54 format may have done so due to higher individual draw probability, but that same frequency can be misleading in the 6/54 format.

Therefore, for meaningful analysis, it’s essential to treat each format as its own distinct dataset. Analyzing trends or frequencies should be restricted to results from within the same format period, especially if the goal is to inform number selection in the current game structure.